Lab Technician - Iron Foundry

Evolve Personnel; Brownhills; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Personnel is seeking a Lab Technician for an experienced iron foundry in Brownhills. This role offers stable hours and permanent employment, with a schedule of 11:00–19:00 Monday to Thursday and 11:30–20:00 Friday.

You will prepare metal samples, perform microstructural analyses, handle COSHH-compliant chemicals, and conduct LECO and spectrographic analyses while recording data and supporting quality control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal test samples using precision cutting, grinding and polishing for analysis.
• Carry out microstructural examination and identification of nodular graphite in ferrite and pearlite.
• Prepare, use and safely store a range of chemicals in accordance with COSHH requirements.
• Perform LECO machine analysis to determine carbon and sulphur content in metal samples.
• Conduct spectrographic chemical analysis to evaluate elemental composition and percentage content.
• Record laboratory data on computer systems, perform mathematical calculations, prepare graphs and interpreted SPC charts, liaise with the Laboratory Manager and senior colleagues.
• Perform tensile testing on pre-engineered specimens to determine yield strength against specified requirements.
• Standardise spectrometers daily and completed weekly full calibration of Hilger Poly Vac and ARL 1 Spark 8820 spectrometers.
• Complete monthly audit-sample analysis and customer-sample analysis to strict deadlines, maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Receive scrap steel deliveries, allocated drivers to the correct bay areas, guided vehicles during tipping, and carry out weekly scrap-steel analysis, reporting any anomalies.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and customers, provide practical suggestions relating to efficiency, equipment breakdowns and health and safety issues

Job description

Lab Technician - Iron Foundry

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Lab Technician to join a reputable and growing manufacturer based in Brownhills. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundry experience who is looking for stable hours and the chance to secure a permanent position.

Hours: 11.00 am - 19.00 pm Monday to Thursday 11.30 am - 20.00 pm Friday

• Prepare metal test samples using precision cutting, grinding and polishing techniques for laboratory analysis.
• Carry out microstructural examination and identification of nodular graphite in ferrite and pearlite.
• Prepare, use and safely store a range of chemicals in accordance with COSHH requirements.
• Perform LECO machine analysis to determine carbon and sulphur content in metal samples.
• Conduct spectrographic chemical analysis to evaluate elemental composition and percentage content.
• Record laboratory data on computer systems, perform mathematical calculations, prepare graphs and interpreted Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts, liaise with the Laboratory Manager and senior colleagues.
• Perform tensile testing on pre-engineered specimens to determine yield strength against specified requirements.
• Standardise spectrometers daily and completed weekly full calibration of Hilger Poly Vac and ARL 1 Spark 8820 spectrometers.
• Complete monthly audit-sample analysis and customer-sample analysis to strict deadlines, maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Receive scrap steel deliveries, allocated drivers to the correct bay areas, guided vehicles during tipping, and carry out weekly scrap-steel analysis, reporting any anomalies.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and customers, provide practical suggestions relating to efficiency, equipment breakdowns and health and safety issues