Lab Technician

Prime Appointments; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is looking for a Lab Technician in Ipswich. In this role, you will support global customers by conducting metallurgical testing and managing laboratory activities. The position offers £14.00 to £17.00 per hour based on experience, alongside excellent benefits including 25 days holiday, a competitive pension, and life cover. Candidates must have practical lab experience, a science background, and strong communication skills. Join a skilled team providing high-specification alloy castings.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Competitive pension

Life cover

Qualifications

• Practical laboratory experience is essential.
• A background in science (A-level or higher) is required.
• Have strong awareness of health & safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct metallurgical testing and chemical analysis.
• Support metallurgists in failure investigations.
• Perform foundry melt release and charge correction.

Skills

Practical laboratory experience

Science background (A-level or higher)

Strong awareness of health & safety

Good knowledge of manufacturing environments

Competent in Word and Excel

Strong numeracy, literacy, and problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Job description

Join a-leading UK manufacturer of high-specification alloy castings as a Lab Technician, supporting global customers through an end-to-end manufacturing solution. This is a technical, hands‑on role within a laboratory and foundry environment, offering long‑term stability, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work as part of a skilled metallurgical team.

Lab Technician Duties

• Carrying out metallurgical testing and chemical analysis
• Supporting test bar failure investigations alongside metallurgists
• Foundry melt release and charge correction activities
• Managing material failure recovery and incoming material control
• Supporting third-party witnessing coordination
• Annual calibration and servicing of laboratory equipment
• Managing material bookings and monitoring testing timelines
• Developing and maintaining software systems for testing and subcontract monitoring
• PMI testing and reporting

Pay & Hours

£14.00 – £17.00 p/hour (depending on experience)

37 hours per week

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent benefits, including a highly competitive pension and life cover

Experience & Skills Required

• Practical laboratory experience
• Science background (A-level or higher)
• Strong awareness of health & safety in a working environment
• Good working knowledge of manufacturing environments
• Competent in Word and Excel
• Strong numeracy, literacy, and problem-solving skills
• Motivated team player with good communication skills

If you're interested in this Lab Technician role and have the relevant experience, please apply by submitting your CV. Or you can contact Carl @ Prime Appointments for more information.