mechanical engineer

Adecco; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing firm is seeking a Junior Lab Mechanical Engineer in Milton Keynes to provide vital support to the lab and processing team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, mechanical aptitude, and effective communication abilities. Duties include chemical mixing, inventory checks, cleaning procedures, and mechanical maintenance. A commitment to detail and professionalism is essential. This role offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard as a minimum.
• Highly organised and professional at all times.
• Dependable.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital support to the lab and processing team.
• Chemical mixing and topping up replenishment tanks.
• Chemical stock inventory check.
• Responsible for cleaning procedures on the processors.
• Top up wash water tanks and check machines daily.
• Follow maintenance schedule for processors.
• General housekeeping and maintenance within the lab.

Skills

Highly organised

Dependable

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Good level of numeracy

Excellent multi-tasker

Mechanically minded

Attention to detail

Positive and pro-active manner

Education

A-Level standard or equivalent

Job description

Junior Lab Mechanical Engineer Role

Full job description

As a lab engineer you will provide vital support to the lab and processing team. The role requires a strong focus on providing a professional, efficient service with a keen eye for detail. The candidate will need to communicate effectively within the lab processing team. The post holder may also be required to cover other members of the lab team from time to time.

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Duties and Responsibilities

• Chemical mixing and topping up of replenishment tanks.
• Chemical stock inventory check and letting the team know what chemicals are needed.
• Responsible for cleaning procedures on the processors and maintenance of the processors.
• Top up of wash water tanks in the processors and checking each machine daily for any issues mechanically.
• Following the maintenance schedule for the processors.
• General housekeeping and maintenance within the lab and processor.

Skills & Experience

• Educated to A-Level standard as a minimum (or equivalent).
• Highly organised and professional at all times.
• Dependable.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Good level of numeracy.
• Excellent multi‑tasker, communicator with incredible attention to detail.
• Positive and pro‑active manner.
• Mechanically minded and able.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.