Mechanical Laboratory Technician

2 weeks ago


Duxford, United Kingdom Manpower UK Ltd Full time

Mechanical Laboratory Technician

Location: Duxford - South of Cambridge

Starting salary would be between £16.10 to £ 17.40 p/h equivalent £27,820 to £30,067p/a with an appealing shift pattern and long-term career potential

Our market-leading client based south of Cambridge is looking to expand their current operational team.
As a global manufacturer of advanced materials, they are seeking additional support in their mechanical laboratory whereby the successful candidates will be involved in a variety of quality control and testing processes to ensure the high standards of their manufacturing process meets the required standards. This department is therefore a critical component of the continual research and development process.

These roles would suit somebody who has a desire to work within a laboratory / quality testing environment, is interested in the research, development, and continual improvement process.

These roles are shift based, a shift being 12 hours with paid breaks, averaging 12 shifts a month with rest periods of up to 6 days between (Average 6/7-night shifts per month). Over time is also regularly available and paid at 1.5x or 2.0x the rate depending on the shift.

This is a six-month temporary to permanent assignment. After six months permanent employees enjoy even more great benefits such a generous pension scheme, annual bonus scheme, private medical and protection plans and the ongoing opportunity to develop a long-term career within the company.

Main duties

Be responsible for quality assessment of a variety of materials output from the manufacturing process
To efficiently and effectively carryout the allocated testing processes
Maintain clear and accurate observations and resultsKey Skills

Reliable
Good communication skills
Basic IT knowledge
Able to understand and complete written instructions with accuracy
Able to observe, articulate and record observations in a variety of settings and applications
1-year practical experience with tensile testing techniques
Driving License and own transport are required for the role due to remote location of the depot

If you're interested in our Mech Lab Role click apply today or call us on (phone number removed) to apply



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