At Notpla we’re at the leading edge of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that’s carefully engineered to create a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we’re an innovative, ideas and action-oriented scale-up who develop and manufacture uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants.

We are currently looking to bring in a Laboratory Technician within our Pellets product category, supporting in the development of our next generation of Notpla materials.

This is an exciting time to join Notpla, right on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on-track for major growth in the next 18-24 months. Bolstering confidence in our financial performance, we have just secured a Series A+ fundraise for £20million, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever.

The Laboratory Technician will report directly into our Head of Formulation & Process. You will work closely with our amazing team of scientists and engineers, supporting in the day to day needs of the lab as we look to diversify our commercial product offering and push the boundaries of what is currently possible in the world of sustainable packaging.

Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their domain, giving a high level of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture that's reflected in our working policies,environment and employees.

Besides offering exciting roles and a great working environment, Notpla provides competitive salaries, the potential for EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office first hybrid working policy allows you to work in the manner that maximises your productivity, while still creating a vibrant and collegiate work environment.. We are a social business with regular clubs and events, and we are proud of how our diverse workplace has created a community that is all pushing towards the common goal of making plastic disappear.

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Lab Technician to support our R&D team in developing and testing innovative natural polymer materials. This role is perfect for someone eager to learn, with an interest in materials science, chemistry, or engineering. You will gain hands-on experience in a lab environment, working with cutting-edge materials and processes while developing key analytical and technical skills. As well as the above your other day to day responsibilities will include:

• Conduct mechanical property testing (tensile, flexural, impact, and hardness tests).
• Measure and analyse material properties, including density, melt flow index (MFI) and contact angle measurements.
• Assist with extrusion and processing of biomaterials for further testing.
• Assist in preparing and testing polymer formulations in a laboratory setting.
• Maintain lab equipment, ensure safe working practices, and follow lab protocols.
• Accurately record and report experimental data in a useful format.
• Facilitate external testing where required. £28,800 - £34,000 + Equity