Laboratory Technician

7 days ago

Kidderminster Worcestershire, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we have a vacancy for a Laboratory Technician.

Laboratory Technicians play an important role in all of our manufacturing processes from start to finish by testing a wide variety of explosive and non-explosive samples to ensure that they meet our standards and specifications. The laboratory team is spread over four different laboratories specialising in different testing disciplines and all laboratory technicians have the opportunity to develop competency in different areas.

OVERVIEW & SCOPE OF ROLE

The successful candidate will work as part of the laboratory team carrying out the preparation and testing of a wide range of raw materials, intermediate production materials and final production products. Some of these materials are explosive in nature.

There are a wide variety of testing techniques used at Roxel, chemical properties are determined using a mixture of advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, AAS as well as traditional ones such as gravimetric analysis, volumetric analysis and wet chemistry. Physical and thermal test techniques used include varieties of tensile testing, differential scanning calorimetry and dynamic mechanical thermal analysis. Other techniques are specific to our industry and training in these is available where required.

There are opportunities to work in several of our laboratories and develop competency in a wide range of testing techniques which will mean there will always be something new to see and learn.

The successful candidate will help to ensure that equipment and facilities are maintained and they will communicate test results to internal customers throughout the business. This role is ideally suited to a graduate or an individual with experience of working within a laboratory environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & REPONSIBILITIES

Technical Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the writing of COSHH and risk assessments
  • Assisting with the writing of test methods and procedures
  • Understanding and following of work instructions, processes, specifications and standards
  • Ability to work unsupervised and to a high level of accuracy
  • Communicating effectively with customers
  • Proactive and flexible with the ability to plan and organise their own work
  • Assisting with the maintenance of equipment and facilities

EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications

  • Degree in Chemistry or Materials degree

Experience:

Essential Experience

  • Practical experience of handling hazardous chemicals and materials
  • Experience of working in a laboratory environment, either at university or in industry
  • Experienced in communicating results to other people

Desirable Experience

  • Experience in writing COSHH and risk assessments
  • Experience of working in a high hazard environment
  • Experience in analytical testing techniques
  • Experience in physical testing techniques

Person Specification

Genuine interest and aptitude in science and its application to practical problems.

Communicate and work effectively with other people and organisations.

Interpreting customer requirements and devising solutions.

Good interpersonal and team working skills.

Reporting writing and presenting.

Methodical approach to completing tasks.

Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

A high degree of self-motivation, solution focused.

A good attitude towards health and safety requirements in a hazardous environment.

Must be able to pass a Secuirty Screening and Occupational Health Assessment - Must have lived consistanly in the UK for at least 5 years.

This role is not eligible for Hybrid Working

  • Laboratory Technician

    3 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Roxel Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Laboratory TechnicianCompany: Roxel GroupLocation: Summerfield, KidderminsterJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team at Roxel Group. As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products by conducting various...

  • Laboratory Technician

    3 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Roxel Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Laboratory TechnicianCompany: Roxel GroupLocation: Summerfield, KidderminsterJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team at Roxel Group. As a Laboratory Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products by conducting various...

  • Laboratory Technician

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Technician

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Technician

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Technician

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Technician

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Technician

    5 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Technician

    3 days ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • School Science Laboratory Technician

    15 hours ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Watertoren Utrecht Full time

    **Job Summary**We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Science Laboratory Technician to join our team at Watertoren Utrecht. As a key member of our Science Department, you will provide professional support services to our Science team, ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory facilities.**Key Responsibilities**Assist in the preparation and...

  • School Science Laboratory Technician

    16 hours ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Watertoren Utrecht Full time

    **Job Summary**We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Science Laboratory Technician to join our team at Watertoren Utrecht. As a key member of our Science Department, you will provide professional support services to our Science team, ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory facilities.**Key Responsibilities**Assist in the preparation and...

  • Laboratory Technician

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, UK, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    Roxel is an Anglo-French Company that designs, develops and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in tactical missiles. Its operations are spread across several sites in the UK and France and it has an annual turnover of about £100M and nearly 700 staff. The UK operations are entirely based at Summerfield, Kidderminster where we...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    1 week ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom manucomm recruitment Full time

    Job Opportunity: Laboratory Technician / QC / Technical AdministratorManucomm Recruitment is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician / QC / Technical Administrator to join our client's team in a leading food/drink manufacturing company. This is a permanent role working Monday - Friday 8am-4pm, with the possibility of overtime during busy periods.Key...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    4 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Full time

    Job Summary:Manucomm Recruitment is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician / QC / Technical Assistant to join our client's team in a leading food/drink manufacturing company. As a Laboratory Technician / QC / Technical Assistant, you will be responsible for carrying out analytical analysis of products, ensuring laboratory records are maintained and filed to...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    4 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Full time

    Job Summary:Manucomm Recruitment is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician / QC / Technical Assistant to join our client's team in a leading food/drink manufacturing company. As a Laboratory Technician / QC / Technical Assistant, you will be responsible for carrying out analytical analysis of products, ensuring laboratory records are maintained and filed to...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    3 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Permanent Laboratory Technician / Quality Control PositionManucomm Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician / Quality Control professional to join their team. This is a permanent opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in laboratory work and quality control.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Conducting analytical...

  • Laboratory Assistant

    3 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Permanent Laboratory Technician / Quality Control PositionManucomm Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician / Quality Control professional to join their team. This is a permanent opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in laboratory work and quality control.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Conducting analytical...

  • Laboratory Scientist

    7 days ago

    Kidderminster, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Roxel UK Full time

    About the RoleRoxel UK is a leading manufacturer of solid propellant rocket motors, and we are seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Technician to join our team.Key Responsibilities:Assist in the preparation and testing of raw materials, intermediate production materials, and final production products.Conduct a wide range of testing techniques, including...

  • Lab Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Lab Technician / QC / Technical Assistant -- Kidderminster  Role is working 8 – 4 except during busy season when it is a 2 shift pattern (6 – 2, 2 – 10) and there is an additional shift premium during this time period. Salary for the role is £25,050.00 per annum.  My client, a leading food /drink manufacturing company is now looking to recruit a...

  • Lab Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Kidderminster, United Kingdom Manucomm Recruitment Full time

    Lab Technician / QC / Technical Assistant -- Kidderminster  Role is working 8 – 4 except during busy season when it is a 2 shift pattern (6 – 2, 2 – 10) and there is an additional shift premium during this time period. Salary for the role is £25,050.00 per annum.    My client, a leading food /drink manufacturing company is now looking to recruit a...