Senior Operator

Dyson; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology enterprise is seeking a Lab Support Technician to assist in testing coordination, operator training, and equipment maintenance in a vibrant lab environment. With a focus on safety and compliance, you'll manage inventory and ensure the efficient operation of the testing laboratory. This role requires a hands-on approach with a minimum of a high school diploma and two years of experience in a laboratory setting, providing ample opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic team culture.

Benefits

Transport allowance

Comprehensive medical care and insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Leadership development workshops

Relaxed dress code

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working in a similar lab environment.
• Quick learner who adapts to new concepts and demonstrates efficiency.
• Familiarity with lab equipment and testing procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and execute testing procedures and conduct detailed inspections.
• Train new operators using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Record and report man-days usage across multiple projects.

Skills

Basic proficiency in handling tools

Understanding of chemical handling safety protocols

Ability to maintain inventory

Light soldering

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in laboratory operations or engineering

Job description

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Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We solve the problems others choose to ignore, with surprising new inventions that defy convention and simply work better. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge - more categories, more locations, and more people.

About the role

To support the Test Lab tasks and activity, which shall include, but not by way of limitation, on the following:

Testing and Inspection Coordination:

Monitor and execute testing procedures, including specialized tests using automated systems and manual setups. Conduct detailed inspections and track testing outcomes, failures, and safety risks. Provide timely updates and reports on test status, data logging, and first layer troubleshooting.

Operator Support and Training:

Train new operators using training methods in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), including buddy systems and guidance for test setups and compliance. Plan and manage manpower allocations, operator rotations, attendance tracking, and operator support schedules.

Man-days Recording and Reporting:

Record man-days usage daily by documenting how operator time is distributed across multiple projects. Compile and total man-days at the end of the reporting cycle (cut-off period) to facilitate cross-charging to respective projects.

Sample and Consumable Management:

Manage sample inventory, registration, organization, and disposals. Track, restock, and monitor consumables and personal protection equipment (PPE) required for testing and day-to-day lab operations.

Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

Perform first-level troubleshooting on lab equipment and test rigs. Ensure equipment maintenance, including preventive measures and modifications, with technician supervision when required.

Safety and Compliance Monitoring:

Conduct process audits and ensure operator adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test requirements, and lab 5S practices.

Data Management and Reporting:

Verify test data and results, including extraction, compilation, and reporting to relevant technical teams.

About you

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; certification or coursework in laboratory operations, engineering, or a related field is a plus.

Candidates with minimum of 2 year(s) of working experience or in similar lab environment.

Basic proficiency in handling tools, computers, and light soldering; familiarity with lab equipment and testing procedures is preferred.

Understanding of chemical handling safety protocols and PPE usage; adherence to lab safety and hazard control guidelines.

Ability to maintain inventory, support housekeeping, and follow 5S principles to ensure an orderly lab environment.

Quick learner who adapts to new concepts and demonstrates efficiency in completing tasks under guidance from technicians or engineers.

Able to work in shift rotation if called for.

Dyson Malaysia monitors the market to ensure competitive salaries and bonuses. Beyond that, you’ll enjoy a transport allowance and comprehensive medical care and insurance. But financial benefits are just the start of a Dyson career. Professional growth, leadership development and new opportunities abound, driven by regular reviews and dynamic workshops. And with a vibrant culture, the latest devices and a relaxed dress code reflecting our engineering spirit, it’s an exciting team environment geared to fueling and realising ambition.

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Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.