Mechanical Laboratory Technician

TN United Kingdom; Duxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced materials manufacturing is seeking a Mechanical Laboratory Technician in Duxford. The role involves quality control and testing in a mechanical laboratory, offering long-term career potential with appealing shifts and benefits.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Annual bonus

Private medical plans

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Interest in laboratory work, quality testing, and research.
• Driving license and own transport required due to remote location.

Responsibilities

• Quality assessment of materials from manufacturing.
• Perform testing processes efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain clear observations and results.

Skills

Reliable

Basic IT knowledge

Ability to follow written instructions

Ability to observe and articulate

Job description

Mechanical Laboratory Technician, Duxford

Client: Manpower

Location: Duxford, South of Cambridge

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0a8432c92c0c

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

Mechanical Laboratory Technician

Location: Duxford - South of Cambridge

Starting salary: £18.29 per hour with an appealing shift pattern and long-term career potential!

Our market-leading client, based south of Cambridge, is looking to expand their operational team. As a global manufacturer of advanced materials, they seek support in their mechanical laboratory, where the successful candidates will perform quality control and testing to ensure manufacturing standards are met. This department plays a critical role in research and development.

These roles suit individuals interested in laboratory work, quality testing, research, and continuous improvement. The shifts are 12 hours, with paid breaks, averaging 12 shifts per month, with up to 6 days rest between shifts. Overtime is available and paid at 1.5x or 2.0x the regular rate.

This is a six-month temporary-to-permanent position. Permanent employees enjoy benefits such as a pension scheme, annual bonus, private medical plans, and career development opportunities.

Main duties:

• Quality assessment of materials from manufacturing
• Perform testing processes efficiently and accurately
• Maintain clear observations and results

Key Skills:

• Reliable
• Basic IT knowledge
• Ability to follow written instructions accurately
• Ability to observe, articulate, and record observations

Driving license and own transport required due to remote location.

If you're interested in this Mechanical Laboratory Technician role, click apply today or call us at 01223 323 133 to apply!