Laboratory Technician

AMETEK; Thanet District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK is hiring a Laboratory Technician for our Ramsgate facility. You will perform chemical analyses of plating tanks, monitor bath conditions, and ensure compliance with environmental and quality standards.

The role supports production teams, maintains lab equipment, and contributes to audits and safety initiatives. The ideal candidate has a chemistry-related degree, strong titration and spectrophotometry skills, and familiarity with ISO/environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Environmental Science or related field.
• Understanding of plating chemistry: chrome, nickel, zinc, copper and additives.
• Proficiency in titration, gravimetric analysis, spectrophotometry and pH/conductivity measurements.
• Experience analysing laboratory data and identifying process trends.
• Ability to use AI tools to improve productivity and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee chemical analysis of plating tanks (chrome, cadmium, nickel, silver, copper).
• Monitor plating bath conditions against operating specs and report results.
• Identify and investigate out-of-spec results and implement corrective actions.
• Support production with technical advice on tank maintenance and performance.
• Coordinate laboratory schedules and maintain quality standards.
• Maintain equipment, calibration records and chemical inventory.

Skills

Chemistry background

Plating chemistry knowledge

Titration

Gravimetric analysis

Spectrophotometry

pH/Conductivity measurements

Data trend analysis

AI tooling awareness

Education

Degree in Chemistry / Materials Science / Environmental Science

Tools

Titration equipment

Gravimetric analysis instruments

Spectrophotometer

pH meters / Conductivity meters

Job description

In 2007 AEM Limited was acquired by AMETEK Inc, a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices as a unit within AMETEK MRO’s Aerospace and Defence Division, a recognized global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional, and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter, and business jet markets.

Laboratory Technician

We are looking to fill the position at our Ramsgate facility.

Responsibilities

Laboratory Analysis

• Perform and oversee chemical analysis of plating tanks (e.g., chrome, cadmium, nickel, silver, copper).
• Monitor plating bath conditions against operating specifications, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of results and maintaining effective process control.
• Identify and investigate out-of-spec (OOS) results, determine when additional analysis is required and implement or recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Support production teams with technical advice on tank maintenance and performance.
• Coordinate laboratory schedules, prioritising workload and ensuring quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and chemical inventory.
• Ensure compliance with COSHH, REACH, and site‑specific chemical handling procedures.
• Support EHS initiatives and contribute to internal audits and inspections.
• Maintain and periodically review plating tank specifications and operating parameters, ensuring associated documentation, process controls, and labelling remain accurate, compliant, and up to date.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Support compliance with applicable UK environmental legislation and permit requirements.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 14001)
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.

Risk Management

• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses and COSHH assessments
• Develop and implement control measures to mitigate risks
• Lead, and or support incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are taken

Policy & Procedure Development

• Assist with the development, review and maintenance of laboratory procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure policies are communicated and understood across the organization
• Integrate Environmental considerations into engineering project planning

Training & Awareness

• Deliver or coordinate training programs for staff and contractors
• Promote a safety culture through awareness campaigns and toolbox talks for plating analysis and environmental
• Ensure new employees receive EHS inductions

Environmental Management

• Support waste disposal, pollution control, and resource conservation
• Provide laboratory and technical support to environmental assessments and improvement projects
• Support with initiatives to reduce the organization’s carbon footprint

Risk Assessment for Health Hazards

• Identify and assess occupational health risks (e.g., exposure to hazardous substances, ergonomic risks).

Qualifications And Experience

• Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND), Higher National Certificate (HNC), or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science, Environmental Science or a related scientific discipline.
• Understanding of plating chemistry: chrome, nickel, zinc, copper, and associated additives.
• Proficiency in titration, gravimetric analysis, spectrophotometry, and pH/conductivity measurements
• Experience analysing laboratory data and identifying process trends
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision‑making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI‑generated outputs.

Compensation

Currency: GBP

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: Market

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.