Material Testing Technician

JT Recruit; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious and rapidly growing company is seeking a dedicated Material Testing Technician to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves operating advanced lab equipment, conducting essential tests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in science or engineering and experience in materials testing, particularly in asphalt and quarry products. This position offers a full-time, permanent contract with opportunities for overtime, making it perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive and innovative environment. Join a team where your contributions truly matter and help shape the future of materials testing!

Qualifications

• Experience in site testing of construction materials.
• Understanding of safe working practices in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate lab equipment and perform in-process testing.
• Manage preventative and corrective actions effectively.

Skills

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Flexibility

Time Management

Education

Degree in Science

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

My client is a fast growing and ambitious company

They now require a Material Testing Technician to join their team on a full time, permanent basis, working a minimum of 40 hours per week with plenty of overtime available.

Due to the nature of the work, you do need to be flexible to work weekends and nights as required.

Core hours are Monday - Friday (Apply online only)

Responsibilities include:

• Operating semi-automated and automated lab equipment
• Following established protocols, work instructions, scheduled tasks and activities independently.
• Perform in-process testing to assure batches meet specification.
• Troubleshooting of processes, procedures and product issues.
• Balance multiple tasks and prioritise critical tasks.
• Manage and implement preventative and corrective actions.
• Update standard operating procedures and work instructions for processes.
• Follow all health and safety measures in place, and ensure team members do the same.
• Collaborate, support and consult with other team members as necessary.

Essential Experience:

• Site testing experience of asphalt/tarmac/quarry products
• Construction Materials Testing experience
• CSCS Card
• Degree within science or engineering.
• Previous laboratory or manufacturing experience.
• Understanding of safe working practice in a laboratory environment.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft packages.
• Driving licence

Salary: Negotiable, dependant on experience