Laboratory / Chemical Production Assistant

Stainless Restoration Ltd; Hyde; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Stainless Restoration Ltd in Hyde is seeking a Laboratory / Chemical Production Assistant to join our metal finishing and chemical processing team. The role covers routine testing, analysis, and supportive operational tasks across aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, defence, domestic and nuclear sectors.

We welcome applicants at all levels, from recent graduates to experienced professionals. A driving licence is essential and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory experience or interest in chemistry.
• Willing to train the right person.
• Ability to work across two sites and sometimes travel.
• Full training provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust chemical solutions used within our processes.
• Develop, trial and register greener and more effective solutions for Enerjex products.
• Support chemical bulk blending; preparation, validation and delivery/decanting.
• Assist with investigation and troubleshooting across the group.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory / shopfloor environment.
• Follow laboratory, chemical handling and health & safety procedures.
• Carry out general duties to support the wider operations of the business.

Skills

Chemistry awareness

Laboratory skills

Health & safety compliance

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Chemistry or laboratory-related qualification

Job description

Laboratory / Chemical Production Assistant

Location: [Hyde Tameside SK14]

Salary: [25-35K] depending on experience

Hours: [8am-16.30 pm Mon- Fri]

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a somebody to become part of our Laboratory / Chemical Engineering team within a busy metal finishing and chemical processing environment. Working across the Aerospace, Automative, Oil and Gas, Defence, Domestic and Nuclear sectors.

Whether you are just finishing your studies, working in a similar industry, looking for a change or an expert in the field, all levels will be considered.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is practical, methodical and has an interest in chemistry and laboratory work. You will support our day‑to‑day laboratory activities, carrying out routine testing and analysis while also assisting with wider operational tasks.

The role will involve working with a range of chemicals and processes, so a strong awareness of health and safety and a willingness to follow procedures accurately is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

• Monitor and adjust chemical solutions used within our/customers processes.
• Develop, trial and register greener and more effective solutions to enhance our Enerjex branded range of products.
• Supporting chemical bulk blending; the preparation, validation and occasionally delivery/ decanting.
• Assisting with investigation and troubleshooting across the group.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe laboratory / shopfloor environment.
• Following laboratory, chemical handling and health & safety procedures.
• Carrying out general duties to support the wider operations of the business.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Practical, reliable and willing to get involved.
• Methodical and accurate in their approach.
• Comfortable working with chemicals and following safety procedures.
• Numerate and able to record and interpret test results.
• Able to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Willing to undertake a varied role rather than being restricted to laboratory duties.
• Keen to learn and develop their knowledge of chemicals and analysis.

Previous laboratory, chemical, manufacturing or metal finishing experience would be an advantage, but full training will be provided for the right person.

A chemistry or laboratory-related qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.

A driving licence however is essential, the role will be based mainly between our two sites in Hyde, working further afield is sometimes required.

What We Offer

• Full-time permanent position.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Varied, hands‑on role within an established specialist business.
• Opportunity to develop practical experience in chemical analysis and metal finishing.
• Pension.
• Holiday entitlement.

About Us

We are an established specialist metal finishing company providing primarily stainless steel finishing, pickling, passivation, electropolishing and associated chemical processing services to a varied range of industrial customers.

The successful candidate will become an important part of our team, supporting both our laboratory and wider production operations