Laboratory Technician

Talentmark Limited; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentmark Limited is recruiting a Laboratory Technician for a materials manufacturing company based in Wrexham on a permanent basis. The role is shift-based, 6:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, Monday to Friday, with probation hours 8:30–16:30.

You will perform composite/adhesive panel fabrication, machining and destructive testing, maintain records, manage project documentation, and uphold laboratory housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Practical hands-on experience with machining equipment and composite fabrication.
• Knowledge of data acquisition software and ERP/LIMS systems.
• HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant science or technical field.

Responsibilities

• Composite/adhesive panel fabrication, machining and destructive testing of composite specimens.
• Maintain accurate records of all work and manage project documentation to auditable standards.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping in the laboratory and support all functions and stakeholders.

Skills

Machining equipment

Composite panel fabrication

Data acquisition software

ERP/LIMS knowledge

CNC machines

Universal testing machines

Education

HNC/HND in relevant science/engineering

Tools

CNC machines

Universal testing machines

Job description

Talentmark are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician, to join a materials manufacturing company, at their site based in Wrexham, on a permanent basis.

This is a shift-based role, working 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm Monday to Friday (Working hours during the probation period are 8:30am - 4:30pm).

Salary:

This role offers a salary in the range of £27,000 - £35,000 (including shift bonus) per annum, depending on experience, once shifts start after 6 months.

The Company:

Our client specialises in the manufacturing and development of advanced carbon fibre composite materials for aerospace applications. This role is located in Wrexham and is commutable from Chester, Crewe and surrounding areas.

Role duties:

• Composite/adhesive panel fabrication, machining and destructive mechanical testing of composite and adhesive specimens.
• Support all functions, customers, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records of all work carried out.
• Manage projects and project documentation to an auditable level.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and care for the laboratory working environment.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Practical and hands-on experience with operating machining equipment - e.g. CNC, Grinders, Cutting Equipment.
• Experience with composite panel fabrication or using universal test machines and data acquisition software.
• Strong knowledge of composite materials including matrix & reinforcement technologies.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems/LIMS software.
• HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant science, engineering or technical field.
• At least three years' industrial experience (highly desirable).