R&D Support Technician

Eviosys; Wantage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging industry is seeking an R&D support technician to assist with laboratory functions, including testing and data interpretation. The ideal candidate will have relevant laboratory experience and skills in material evaluation, operating lab equipment, and good communication. This fixed-term position offers an opportunity to contribute to product development projects and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Practical, self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Competent in operating equipment and machinery.
• Experience in the steel/tinplate/polymer packaging industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and pilot line tests of packaging materials.
• Evaluate container performance through physical and chemical testing.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the laboratory.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Materials evaluations

Data presentation

Education

A-levels

NVQ Level 3

Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

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The R&D support technician role supports the laboratory functions related to Materials, Product Development Projects, Qualifications, and Failure Investigation. The main activities include testing, data gathering, recording, and interpretation to support materials qualifications and technical support. The role requires proficiency with laboratory equipment, preparation of chemical solutions, and handling packaging materials.

This position is fixed term until April.

Key Responsibilities

Characterisation and Evaluation of Packaging Materials

• Develop knowledge of prime materials, coatings, print, and other material requirements to support cross-functional activities within the labs.
• Conduct laboratory and pilot line tests of packaging materials, metal containers, and ends.
• Evaluate container performance through physical and chemical testing.
• Collaborate with project managers, material scientists, and technicians to determine appropriate testing methods.
• Gather, interpret, and record data using computers and online systems.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment and pilot line machinery.
• Deliver technical data to support projects and service work.

Laboratory Continuous Improvement

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to uphold safety and quality standards, including work instructions, risk assessments, 5S, documentation audits, training records, and equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance with Eviosys requirements.
• Participate in ongoing laboratory and equipment improvements, knowledge management, and best practice sharing.
• Report lab priority issues or conflicts of interest to management.
• Participate in technical tours with visitors.

Key Skills

• Laboratory experience
• Practical, self-motivated with minimal supervision
• Competent in operating equipment and machinery
• Ability to record, summarize, and present data
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Creative problem-solver
• Science or engineering A-levels, NVQ Level 3, or degree
• Experience in the steel/tinplate/polymer packaging industry
• Skills in managing materials evaluations