Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician - Packaging & Transit Testing Central Scotland | Contract / Temporary Role Our client, a global FMCG organisation with an exceptional reputation for innovation and quality, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their specialist Packaging Technology team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a hands-on role in developing and validating packaging solutions that are deployed on a global scale. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for supporting the testing and validation of packaging performance, ensuring products are protected through complex supply chains. Working in a highly technical lab environment, you'll operate advanced transit simulation equipment and contribute to the development of industry-leading testing standards. This is a varied role combining practical lab work, data analysis, and project delivery, with exposure to global stakeholders and cutting-edge packaging innovation. Key Responsibilities Deliver and validate packaging transit testing in line with recognised industry standards (e.g. ISTA) Operate and maintain lab equipment such as vibration tables, drop testers, and impact testers Analyse data from testing (including shock and transit data) and provide recommendations Support the development and improvement of test methods and SOPs Conduct packaging component testing and contribute to quality-driven design decisions Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards Support and deliver technical projects, managing timelines and priorities Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Why Apply? Work within a globally recognised innovation function Gain exposure to cutting-edge packaging development Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking technical team Opportunities for development and international collaboration If you're a lab-based professional looking to step into a role with global impact and cutting-edge technology, this is an excellent next move. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy