Materials & Testing Lab Technician | Growth & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

16 weeks of maternity, paternity andCo

Access to an employee training平台

Free physical and psychological wellb

Job summary

Syensqo SA in Wrexham, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to join the Materials and Testing laboratory. You will fabricate composite and adhesive panels, machine test specimens and conduct mechanical testing to support aerospace qualifications and product development.

Full training is provided for those new to the field, with additional opportunities for those with laboratory, manufacturing or testing experience.

Qualifications

• Five GCSEs/O Levels, or A levels in relevant subjects.
• Three or more years' experience in an industrial or technology environment.
• Practical experience of operating machining equipment.
• The ability to read and understand technical English, including customer specifications and related documentation.
• Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a team.
• An HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant science, engineering or technical field.
• Experience of composite panel fabrication or universal test machines such as MTS, Instron or Zwick, including associated data-acquisition software.
• Knowledge of composite materials across a range of matrix and reinforcement technologies.
• Working knowledge of a laboratory information management system, ideally LabWare LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote a strong safety culture in all laboratory activities.
• Fabricate composite and adhesive panels and prepare specimens using appropriate machining equipment.
• Carry out destructive mechanical testing across a broad range of composite and adhesive specimen types.
• Follow applicable international standards, customer specifications and internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate, traceable records and project documentation to an externally auditable standard.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, customers and suppliers to support business priorities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and care for the laboratory working environment.

Skills

Technical English

Teamwork

Machining equipment experience

Composite materials knowledge

LabWare LIMS knowledge

Education

GCSEs/A Levels

HNC/HND in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

LabWare LIMS

Job description

Syensqo SA in Wrexham, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to join the Materials and Testing laboratory. You will fabricate composite and adhesive panels, machine test specimens and conduct mechanical testing to support aerospace qualifications and product development.

Full training is provided for those new to the field, with additional opportunities for those with laboratory, manufacturing or testing experience.