Aerospace Materials & Testing Technician

Syensqo SA; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range £27k-£35k

Maternity/Paternity leave

Training platform access

Wellbeing sessions

Job summary

Syensqo is seeking a Materials and Testing Laboratory Technician in Wrexham, UK. You will fabricate composite and adhesive panels, machine test specimens and perform mechanical testing to international standards.

Full training is provided for newcomers, with existing laboratory, manufacturing or testing experience welcomed. The role operates on a two-shift pattern, Monday to Friday, onsite, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Five GCSEs/O Levels, or A levels in relevant subjects.
• Three or more years' experience in an industrial or technology environment.
• Practical experience of operating machining equipment.
• The ability to read and understand technical English, including customer specifications and related documentation.
• Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
• An HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant science, engineering or technical field.
• Experience of composite panel fabrication or universal test machines such as MTS, Instron or Zwick, including associated data-acquisition software.
• Knowledge of composite materials across a range of matrix and reinforcement technologies.
• Working knowledge of a laboratory information management system, ideally LabWare LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote a strong safety culture in all laboratory activities.
• Fabricate composite and adhesive panels and prepare specimens using appropriate machining equipment.
• Carry out destructive mechanical testing across a broad range of composite and adhesive specimen types.
• Follow applicable international standards, customer specifications and internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate, traceable records and project documentation to an externally auditable standard.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, customers and suppliers to support business priorities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and care for the laboratory working environment.

Skills

Machining operations

Technical English reading

Team collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

LabWare LIMS

Job description

Syensqo is seeking a Materials and Testing Laboratory Technician in Wrexham, UK. You will fabricate composite and adhesive panels, machine test specimens and perform mechanical testing to international standards.

Full training is provided for newcomers, with existing laboratory, manufacturing or testing experience welcomed. The role operates on a two-shift pattern, Monday to Friday, onsite, with potential overtime.