To make it easier for young people in Moray to find opportunities, we have listed a variety of jobs that are currently available.
To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:
Dyehouse Laboratory Assistant, Johnstons of Elgin - Elgin
| Salary range | N/A |
|---|---|
| Location | Elgin |
| Closing Date | Friday 23rd May 2025 |
We have a permanent position available for a Dyehouse Lab Assistant. This position is unsuitable for anyone with a pacemaker.
About the role
The primary responsibilities include:
- Colour matching
- Making up chemical solutions
- Providing technical support to the Dyehouse team
- Reviewing the current schedule and keeping up with demand
- Development of new colours and shades
- Sample preparation
- Performing wash fastness testing
- Inventory management
- Ensuring the lab works effectively and safely
- Good communication
The work hours will be two-shift rotational, with an occasional night shift, averaging 38 hours per week.
The department will provide training.
The hours of work will be:
Day shift: Monday to Thursday, 6 am to 2 pm and Friday, 6 am to 1 pm
Back shift: Monday to Wednesday, 2 pm to 12 midnight, and Thursday, 2 pm to 11 pm
Every 5th week, there will be a requirement to work night shift commencing Sunday 11 pm to Monday 6 am; then Monday to Thursday 10 pm to 6 am.
About You
You will:
- have basic science knowledge
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Be meticulous and have high standards of work
- be able to work on your own initiative within a team environment
- have good colour vision