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Manpower are currently seeking an interim Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based at our client’s scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run until the end of July 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £31,205-£36,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. As part of Unilever’s ongoing initiative within the Port Sunlight R&D laboratories to improve efficiencies, a new Operational Excellence Team has been created. The role of this team is to support the day-to-day activities of scientists working in our labs and pilot plants and to ensure a safe, efficient and well-maintained facility. The team will focus on the implementation of new and optimised processes with a view to driving continual improvement. The Laboratory Operational Coordinator role provides a range of support services to the Port Sunlight R&D scientific and engineering community. As an ideal candidate, you'll have a sharp awareness of laboratory operational requirements to ensure maximum productivity and be skilled in laboratory processes, e.g. formulation, characterisation and performance testing etc Additionally, you'll display a proven ability to follow protocols and processes for efficient operations in a laboratory environment. Key Accountabilities · Deliver front line technical support to lab/pilot plant users regarding ways of working, set up of facilities and immediate needs/enquiries. · Deliver to point of use in laboratories material (chemicals) and associated ancillaries as appropriate. · Maintain laboratory safety and housekeeping standards in accordance with our established safe working procedures. · Ensure stock levels of raw materials, consumables and PPE are maintained in core areas. · Coordinate with third party service providers to ensure goods inwards are correctly logged on LIMs · Maintain raw material and equipment information dossiers e.g. SDS, COAs, equipment passports etc · Decanting and weighing of raw materials for lab and pilot plant scientists Key Requirements · Experienced laboratory/scientific facilities coordinator and/or has pilot plant experience. · Experience of chemical dispensing and handling, including familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and chemical handling procedures. · Customer facing experience. · Demonstrates confidence and competence in a laboratory environment and is comfortable handling associated tasks and equipment. · Exceptional organisational, time management and demonstrate strong communication skills. Can ensure the smooth running of a large laboratory. · Proficient IT skills e.g. Microsoft tools (Excel, Word). LIMS, Power BI & Power Apps would be advantageous. Additional Information Port Sunlight working environment: · Free onsite parking · Staff shop discounted products · Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities · Free parking onsite · 5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester · 20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes’ drive from Chester · Disabled parking · In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village · There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more. · The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily. · In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold-water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator (Aerosol Processing) to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based at our client’s scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role to run until the end of July 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying between £31,205-£36,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. As part of Unilever’s ongoing initiative within the Port Sunlight R&D laboratories to improve efficiencies, a new Operational Excellence Team has been created. The role of this team is to support the day-to-day activities of scientists working in our labs and pilot plants and to ensure a safe, efficient and well-maintained facility. The team will focus on the implementation of new and optimised processes with a view to driving continual improvement. The Laboratory Operational Coordinator role provides a range of support services to the Port Sunlight R&D scientific and engineering community. As an ideal candidate, you'll have a sharp awareness of laboratory operational requirements to ensure maximum productivity and be skilled in laboratory processes, e.g. formulation, characterisation and performance testing etc. Additionally, you'll display a proven ability to follow protocols and processes for efficient operations in a laboratory environment. Key Accountabilities • Deliver front line technical support to lab/pilot plant users regarding ways of working, set up of facilities and immediate needs/enquiries., • Deliver to point of use in laboratories material (chemicals) and associated ancillaries as appropriate., • Maintain laboratory safety and housekeeping standards in accordance with our established safe working procedures., • Ensure stock levels of raw materials, consumables and PPE are maintained in core areas., • Coordinate with third party service providers to ensure goods inwards are correctly logged on LIMs, • Maintain raw material and equipment information dossiers e.g. SDS, COAs, equipment passports etc, • Decanting and weighing of raw materials for lab and pilot plant scientists, • At least 50% of the role will involve preparing aerosols. Key Requirements • Experienced laboratory/scientific facilities coordinator and/or has pilot plant experience., • Rigorous attention to detail – follows training and protocols and report any outages., • Strong safety mindset (experience of operating under COSHH and DSEAR assessments), • Adhere to all company and client standards in the area of safety, housekeeping and quality, notifying management of any discrepancies. Demonstrates confidence and competence in a laboratory environment and is comfortable handling associated tasks and equipment., • Experience of chemical dispensing and handling, including familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and chemical handling procedures. Experience of aerosols preferred., • Customer facing experience., • Exceptional organisational, time management and demonstrate strong communication skills. Can ensure the smooth running of a large laboratory., • Proficient IT skills e.g. Microsoft tools (Excel, Word). LIMS, Power BI & Power Apps would be advantageous., • Experience of operating complex pilot plant scale equipment preferred Additional Information Port Sunlight working environment: • Free onsite parking, • Staff shop discounted products, • Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities, • Free parking onsite, • 5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester, • 20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes’ drive from Chester, • Disabled parking, • In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village, • There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more., • The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily., • In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold-water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The Laboratory Operational Coordinator

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Graduate Laboratory & Pilot Plant Coordinator (Aerosols) to join a global FMCG client in Port Sunlight. Ideal candidates have experience in laboratory operations and chemical handling, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft tools.

Graduate Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator. Manpower are currently seeking an interim Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-pace

The role of this team is to support the day‑to‑day activities of scientists working in our labs and pilot plants and to ensure a safe, efficient and well‑maintained facility. Deliver front line technical support to lab/pilot plant users regarding ways of working, set up of facilities and immed

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator (Aerosol Processing) to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an interim Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operations Coordinator in Port Sunlight.