Coatings Laboratory Technician

ZipRecruiter; Wigan; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Coatings Laboratory Technician to join their innovative Thin Film Resource Group. This exciting role involves developing new coated products, investigating advanced coating methods, and operating lab equipment to ensure high-quality standards. With a focus on innovation in glass manufacturing, the company offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact product development. Join a team dedicated to excellence in the architectural and automotive sectors, and enjoy a range of benefits including flexible working and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Holiday purchase scheme

Flexible Working

Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

On-site car parking

EV charging points

On-site canteen

On-site fitness

Qualifications

• Experience in coatings and laboratory settings.
• Educated to BTEC/HNC level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop new coated products and processes.
• Operate lab coating and testing equipment.
• Conduct durability tests and prepare samples.

Skills

Coatings experience

Laboratory technician experience

Driving licence

Education

BTEC/HNC level education

Job description

Job Description

CK Group are recruiting for a Coatings Laboratory Technician, to join a global materials manufacturing company, based near Wigan, on a full time, permanent basis.


The Company:

Our client is a global leader in manufacturing glass for the architectural, automotive and technical sectors. They strive to be the best innovator of high-performance glass and glazing solutions. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Coatings Laboratory Technician, to join their Thin Film Resource Group within the R&D Function, and are offering a salary ranging from £24,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.


Location:

The Coatings Laboratory Technician position will be based at the company's site near Wigan, easily commutable by road from Merseyside including Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale and Manchester. Please note a full UK driving licence and car ownership is required, due to the company's location.


Coatings Laboratory Technician Role:

Your main duties will be:

• Developing new coated products and processes.
• Investigation of new coatings applied through spray coating, sputter coating and Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD).
• Operating and maintaining lab coating and testing equipment.
• Conducting durability tests and preparing samples.
• Measuring various physical properties of coated glass.

Your Background:

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

• Coatings experience - ideal.
• Educated to BTEC/HNC level - ideal.
• Experience working as a laboratory technician - ideal.
• Driving licence and access to car - essential.

Benefits:

37.5 hours per week, 25 days holiday, Holiday purchase scheme, Flexible Working, Pension Scheme, Bonus Scheme, On-site car parking/EV charging points, On-site canteen and On site fitness.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 130 381 in all correspondence. Please note a full UK driving licence and car ownership is required, due to the company's location.

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