Trainee Lab Technician

Cypartners; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company in Dukinfield is looking for a Trainee Lab Technician to support the manufacturing of rubber products for the automotive industry. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in science and be detail-oriented. Responsibilities include supporting rubber compound development and testing lab samples. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates seeking to start their careers in the polymer industry.

Qualifications

• Recent college graduate or keen interest in science.
• Comfortable with manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new and existing rubber compounds.
• Weigh and mix raw materials to precise recipes.
• Prepare and test lab samples, report results to technical team.
• Work in the QC lab (testing, reporting, and batch approval).
• Collaborate with technical, production, and QC teams.

Skills

Accurate and methodical approach to lab work

Good time management skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Overview

Trainee Lab Technician — Location: Dukinfield, Cheshire; Salary: £25,000; Permanent.

CY Partners have an exciting opportunity for someone with a keen interest in science to begin a career within the polymer industry. Working as a Trainee Lab Technician you would be responsible for the manufacturing of rubber products predominantly used within the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development of new and existing rubber compounds
• Weigh and mix raw materials to precise recipes
• Prepare and test lab samples, report results to technical team
• Work in the QC lab (testing, reporting, and batch approval)
• Collaborate with technical, production, and QC teams

Requirements

• Accurate and methodical approach to lab work
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Good time management and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable with manual handling tasks

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate, or someone with a keen interest in science looking for their first role in the industry.

If this sounds interesting to you, apply now with a copy of your CV or email [e-mail]