Laboratory Technician

Your new roleAn exciting new opportunity as a Laboratory Technician for a global manufacturing organisation has arisen due to an exciting new project. The role as Laboratory Technician will initially be on a 12-month contract.Key duties include;

• Carry out laboratory testing in accordance with company procedures
• Follow written instructions and safe working practices.
• Support R&D projects through specific test regimes
• Recording and reporting test results including deviations
• Reporting faults and equipment maintenance requirements
• Conduct testing of materials and production/prototype samples in accordance with test procedures and standards.
• Planning of material testing to customer specifications and quality standards.
• Checking equipment is safe to operate, suitably maintained and calibrated as required.
• Maintain laboratory test data in SPC system and raise alerts in case of deviations or concerning trends.
• Support customers and internal departments with information.
• Assist investigations into process / product problems.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Experienced in laboratory operations and procedures
• General laboratory process knowledge
• Awareness of requirements of quality standards, i.e. ISO9001
• Qualifications in Science, Materials or Engineering
• Good communication (verbal and written) with customers, inspectors and internal departments at all levels
• Self-motivated
• Well-organised to meet changing priorities
• Data collection and reporting system experience

What you'll get in return

• Salary of GBP40,000 per annum
• Competitive pension Scheme
• Hybrid and Flexible working options available
• On-site gym
• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays
• On site subsidised canteen

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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