Magnesium QC Analyst – 6–12 Month Contract

Luxfer MEL Technologies - UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Canteen facilities

Employee support benefits

Job summary

Luxfer MEL Technologies in Manchester is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to cover a 6–12 month maternity assignment within the Materials Quality Control team. You will perform hands-on analysis, testing and inspection of magnesium products and support production with accurate, traceable results.

The role requires a degree or equivalent in a chemistry-related field, with experience in industrial QC and a collaborative approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial laboratory or manufacturing QC environment.
• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science or Metallurgy.
• Experience testing metallic materials is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze raw materials, in-process samples and finished magnesium products.
• Carry out metallurgical and analytical testing using OES, XRF, tensile and corrosion testing.
• Inspect material against specifications and visual standards, escalating nonconformities.
• Maintain traceable records, equipment checks and calibration status.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and technical teams to deliver timely results.
• Support safety, audits, method improvements and 5S/continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Communication

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry

Materials Science

Metallurgy

Related discipline

Tools

OES

XRF

Tensile testing

Corrosion testing

Job description

Luxfer MEL Technologies in Manchester is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to cover a 6–12 month maternity assignment within the Materials Quality Control team. You will perform hands-on analysis, testing and inspection of magnesium products and support production with accurate, traceable results.

The role requires a degree or equivalent in a chemistry-related field, with experience in industrial QC and a collaborative approach to continuous improvement.