Laboratory Technician

Meridian Business Support Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Job summary

Meridian Business Support Ltd is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a growing client in the UK. You will analyse alloy samples using Combustion, OES and XRF, prepare samples, and input results into the company database.

The role operates on a 3-shift pattern (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am) with a 12.5% shift premium and a 37.5-hour week. Candidates should have a science background with strong maths and computer skills, plus the ability to work autonomously within a small team while maintaining

Qualifications

• Science background with strong maths and computer skills.
• Ability to interpret results and adjust alloy chemistry accordingly.
• Willingness to work in a small team providing 24/7 laboratory cover on a 3-shift pattern.
• Meticulous with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of alloy samples by instrumental techniques (Combustion, OES, XRF).
• Preparation of samples for analysis.
• Routine maintenance and standardisation of laboratory equipment.
• Inputting results to company database.
• Calculating bath additions during heat manufacture.

Skills

Science background

Math skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Combustion

OES

XRF

Job description

Laboratory Technician

If you are seeking a Laboratory Technician's role within an interesting, growing business who work across a number of industry sectors, this could be the opportunity you seek. You will be required to work across a 3 shift pattern on a rotation (6am-2pm/2pm-10pm/10pm-6am) which will reward you with a 12.5% uplift on the basic salary.

The Role:

• Analysis of alloy samples by instrumental techniques using; Combustion, Optical emission and X-ray Fluorescence Samples include preliminary melt samples, certification samples, and remelt samples from casting plants and external customers
• Preparation of samples for analysis
• Routine maintenance and standardisation of laboratory equipment
• Inputting of results to company database
• Calculating bath additions during heat manufacture

Preferred Skills:

• A science background with good mathematical and computer skills.
• Ability to interpret results and make decisions on alloy chemistry adjustments within the scope of the role.
• Flexibility to work within a small team to provide 24/7 laboratory cover with the ability to work across this 3 shift work pattern.
• Meticulous, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Able to work alone, self-sufficiently, and independently prioritise tasks.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Working Hours:

37.5 hours per week, 3-Shift (6am-2pm/2pm-10pm/10pm-6am) WITH A 12.5% SHIFT PREMIUM

Associated Benefits:

Competitive salary and a range of benefits including excellent pension scheme and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Progression is encouraged, as is professional development.

Please note that this specific role may be subject to export control restrictions, including under ITAR. Any offer of employment from this particular company will be conditional on the successful candidate meeting the applicable legal requirements for access to controlled information or technology.

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