Laboratory Technician

3 days ago

Preston, United Kingdom Free-Work UK Full time

Base pay range Ormskirk, West Lancashire £24,000 to £32,000 per annum + Bonus Scheme + 25 Days Holiday + 8 Percent Pension + Training and Development Excellent opportunity for an experienced Laboratory or Technical Technician to join a global engineering business working on advanced materials and next‑generation products used across multiple industries. The company operates a large R&D function supporting innovation, product improvement and technical support across its UK and international operations. It is now looking to add an experienced Technician to its laboratory team to support ongoing development work, specialised testing and operation of technical equipment. In this role you will operate and maintain laboratory equipment, prepare test samples, support experimental work and carry out a range of physical and material performance tests. You will record results accurately, work with spreadsheets and internal systems, and assist with organising and manipulating data produced during testing activities. You will follow structured procedures and contribute to both short‑term improvement projects and longer‑term R&D initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in a laboratory, technical workshop or manufacturing environment, ideally with exposure to mechanical testing, materials testing, precision measurement, or operating complex equipment. Strong organisational skills, good numerical ability, and confidence working with data sets and basic spreadsheet tools are desirable. The Role Operate and maintain laboratory test and measurement equipment Prepare samples and support a range of development and test activities Carry out mechanical, physical or material performance testing Record results accurately, work with spreadsheets and manipulate data sets The Person Experience within a laboratory, technical or manufacturing environment Confident working with technical equipment and structured procedures Comfortable handling data, updating spreadsheets and recording results Practical problem‑solving mindset and interest in technical development Seniority Level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Reference Number BBBH264563A How to apply To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click Apply Now or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment. Equal Opportunity The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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