Laboratory Support Operator

Freudenberg Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a Laboratory Support Operator in the Aberdeen area. The role involves preparing test samples and moulds, performing laboratory testing, and supporting trials to ensure safe, accurate, and standards-compliant results.

Responsibilities include managing samples, operating CNC and other equipment, maintaining moulds, and assisting with maintenance tasks. Flexibility to work various shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Basic education including Maths and English required.
• Experience with woodworking or technical studies advantageous.
• Experience with laboratory or testing environments would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test samples and moulds and maintain them for testing activities.
• Operate cutting or machining equipment, including CNC machines, band saws, routers, lathes and sanders.
• Manage and maintain laboratory test samples.
• Support departmental trials by gathering materials and weighing components.
• Conduct testing in accordance with procedures and standards.
• Assist with maintenance activities: cleaning, replenishing supplies, painting and minor repairs.
• Work shifts as required to meet operational needs.

Skills

Cutting and machining

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

O Grade/Standard Grade in Maths/English/Physics/Chemistry

Tools

CNC machinery

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

The Laboratory Support Operator will prepare test samples and moulds, perform laboratory testing activities, and support departmental trials to ensure testing is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with defined standards.

• Manage and maintain laboratory test samples.
• Prepare test samples using equipment including band saws, routers, lathes, sanders and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery.
• Prepare moulds by cleaning, assembling and maintaining them for testing activities.
• Support departmental trials by gathering materials, weighing components and mixing materials.
• Conduct testing in accordance with documented procedures and international standards.
• Support departmental maintenance activities, including cleaning, replenishing supplies, painting and minor repairs.
• Work shifts as required to meet operational requirements.

Qualifications:

• Good general education.
• O Grade/Standard Grade qualifications in Mathematics, English, Physics and/or Chemistry.
• Practical woodworking or technical studies experience would be advantageous.

Experience

• Experience using general hand tools.
• Experience operating cutting or machining equipment.
• Familiarity with laboratory or testing environments would be advantageous.
• Awareness of safe handling practices when working with chemicals.

Skills

• Cutting and machining experience.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills for recording test results.
• Ability to work flexible hours when required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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