Technologist - Forming & Annealing Glass

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical; Wigan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global materials manufacturing company near Wigan is seeking a Technologist to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves practical and theoretical work, providing technical support to production, and interaction with various functions. Candidates should hold a degree in Science or Engineering and have at least 5 years of experience in a material-related field. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years' practical and theoretical experience in a Material-related field, preferably glass forming/annealing.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out practical and theoretical work as required.
• Providing urgent technical support to production.
• Interacting with other functions, e.g. Engineering, Manufacturing Excellence, Sustainability.
• Reporting to the Team Leader in Flat Glass manufacturing.

Skills

Technical support

Project management

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Technologist, to join a global materials manufacturing company, based near Wigan, on a full time, permanent basis.

Company:

Our client strives to be the best innovator of high-performance glass and glazing solutions. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Technologist, and are offering a competitive salary from £40,000 depending on experience.

Location:

The Technologist position will be based at the company's site near Wigan, easily commutable by road from Merseyside including Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale and Manchester. Please note a full UK driving licence and car ownership is required due to the company's location.

Your main duties will be:

• Carrying out practical and theoretical work as required.
• Providing urgent technical support to production - this may involve travel at short notice.
• Interacting with other functions, e.g. Engineering, Manufacturing Excellence, Sustainability.
• Reporting to the Team Leader in Flat Glass manufacturing.

Your Background:

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

• Degree in Science or Engineering.
• 5 years' practical and theoretical experience in a Material-related field, preferably glass forming/annealing.
• Project management experience - desirable.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence.

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