Sample Preparation Technician

Yara Analytical Services is part of the global company Yara International ASA, receives soil and leaf samples from over 40 countries worldwide for nutrient analysis and coordinates the use of analysis within Yara’s markets. Founded in 1905, we have been present in Pocklington since 1967 and have a global presence with more than 16,000 employees and sales in almost 160 countries.

We are seeking to recruit a Sample Preparation Technician at our Pocklington site in our busy sample reception area. The working environment is more similar to that of a sorting office than to an Analytical laboratory with wet chemistry, with 250,000 samples coming through the department a year.

Reporting directly to the Laboratory Manager, the purpose of the role will be to effectively and safely work in our sample reception area undertaking the following duties:

• Opening of samples received and checking samples against paperwork
• Sorting samples according to requirements on paperwork
• Performing preliminary sample preparation procedures e.g. transfer of samples to drying equipment and milling of samples.
• Liaising with the Customer Service team on sample queries
• Working in line with accredited Laboratory standards

We are looking for a highly motivated Laboratory Assistant who can demonstrate initiative and attention to detail within a quality controlled environment in addition to:

• GCSE level English and Maths or equivalent
• Good numeracy and writing skills
• Good communication skills
• Laboratory experience is not essential

Benefits package includes:

• 25 days annual leave with option to purchase extra days
• upto 10% employer pension contribution
• private health cover (physical & mental health support, physio, counselling, Virtual GP service)
• bike to work scheme
• bonus
• employee advisory service

Yara is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in DE&I ambassador networks and our local Inclusion & Wellbeing Committee dedicated to the Pocklington site.

UKHR@yara.com / 01759302545

Chris Lindley (Laboratory Operations Manager)

Paul McCartan (Senior HR Advisor)

Friday 5th May 2023