Technical Trainee - Ref 14689

Lancashire Sock Manufacturing Company; Bacup; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a motivated candidate for a position in their production team. This role will involve a variety of tasks within the Laboratory and Production environments, adhering to rigorous health and safety standards. Candidates must possess a relevant qualification in Chemistry along with a hands-on approach to learning and contributing to all aspects of the manufacturing process. Opportunities for training and progression to management are available.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

On-site Parking

Bonus Scheme

In-depth training in Polymer Science

Opportunities for progression to management

Qualifications

• Hands-on and willing to learn all aspects of manufacturing.
• Experience in rubber latex technology is advantageous.
• Adherence to Health and Safety, Quality Control standards.

Responsibilities

• Working in different areas including Laboratory, Production, and Office.
• Operating machinery such as foaming plant and adhering to safety standards.
• Overseeing production processes from theoretical work to full-scale production.

Skills

Problem solving

Education

A-Level/BTEC or Degree in Chemistry

Physics and Maths qualifications

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Company Bio

Founded in 1917, we are the longest established, fully independent flame lamination specialists in the UK. We have extensive experience and expertise in bonding foams, textile materials, and films, working closely with our customers to deliver solutions that meet demanding requirements.

Description

1. Working in the Laboratory, Production, and Office
2. Adhering to Health and Safety, Quality Control standards
3. Production Costings
4. Operating machinery such as foaming plant
5. Manual handling
6. Learning all aspects of the factory, including sweeping, loading vehicles, and running machines
7. Pricing costings for products
8. Overseeing the process from theoretical work to full-scale production
9. Using Word and Excel spreadsheets
10. Problem solving

Requirements

• Candidates must have a minimum of A-Level/BTEC or a Degree in Chemistry, with physics and maths qualifications
• Experience in rubber latex technology is advantageous
• Must be hands-on and willing to learn all aspects of manufacturing

Educational Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of A-Level/BTEC or a Degree in Chemistry, with physics and maths qualifications.

Additional Info

• Set closure dates at Easter, Spring Bank, Summer, October, and Christmas
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• On-site Parking
• Opportunities for progression to management for the right candidate
• Collaborate with Directors
• In-depth training in Polymer Science
• Bonus Scheme