Advanced Composite Materials Lab Technician

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment; Pentre Maelor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension 5% employer contributions

Bupa Healthcare

Training and development

Parental leave enhancements

Wellbeing support

Language learning resources

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment is seeking a Composite Materials Technician in Wrexham to join a specialist Materials & Testing Laboratory. You will generate critical test data to support customer qualifications, product development, quality improvement, and technical problem-solving activities.

This permanent role offers a rotating shift pattern (days and afternoons) with a salary of £30,000–£35,000 per annum plus a 10% shift premium, plus benefits including 25 days holiday,

Qualifications

• GCSEs/O-Levels or A Levels, ideally within a relevant technical or scientific subject.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation and specifications.
• Competent user of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately.
• Experience working within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote a strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Manufacture composite and adhesive test panels.
• Carry out machining and preparation of test specimens.
• Conduct destructive mechanical testing on a variety of composite and adhesive materials.
• Work to recognised industry, international, and customer testing standards.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and project documentation.
• Support internal teams, customers, and suppliers through collaborative working.
• Ensure excellent housekeeping and organisation within the laboratory.

Skills

Technical documentation interpretation

MS Word & Excel

Team working

Attention to detail

Machining equipment experience

Composite materials knowledge

Industrial environment experience

Manufacturing testing knowledge

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering or related

GCSEs/O-Levels or A Levels

Tools

Universal testing machines (MTS/Instron/Zwick)

LIMS familiarity

Job description

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment is seeking a Composite Materials Technician in Wrexham to join a specialist Materials & Testing Laboratory. You will generate critical test data to support customer qualifications, product development, quality improvement, and technical problem-solving activities.

This permanent role offers a rotating shift pattern (days and afternoons) with a salary of £30,000–£35,000 per annum plus a 10% shift premium, plus benefits including 25 days holiday,