Laboratory Support Operator

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.; Aberdeen City; Presencial; GBP 25.000 - 35.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is seeking a Laboratory Support Operator to prepare test samples and moulds, conduct testing, and support trials in a safety‑minded environment. You will handle band saws, routers, lathes, sanders and CNC machinery, maintain samples, and assist with maintenance duties.

The role requires practical skills with cutting tools, good general education, and the ability to work flexible hours. Prior lab experience is advantageous, and safety with chemicals is essential.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare test samples and moulds for testing.
• Manage and maintain laboratory test samples.
• Prepare test samples using equipment including band saws, routers, lathes, sanders and 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.

Conocimientos

Cutting and machining experience

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Educación

O Grade/Standard Grade in Maths, English, Physics and/or Chemistry

Herramientas

Band saws

Routers

Lathes

Sanders

CNC machinery

Descripción del empleo

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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