Laboratory Technician

Location: Rochdale

Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 + Excellent Benefits

Role type: Permanent and fully site-based

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Chemistry, Materials Science, Metallurgy or related STEM graduate looking to begin a career in laboratory analysis and quality control. Full training will be provided, making this an ideal first role within industry.

The Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you'll play a key role in ensuring the quality and consistency of products through a variety of physical and chemical testing techniques. Working within a busy laboratory environment, you'll support both production and quality activities by carrying out routine analysis and maintaining accurate records.

Key Responsibilities

Physical Analysis

• Testing and analysing metal powder characteristics including:
• Particle shape and morphology
• Density
• Physical form and appearance
• Recording and reporting test results accurately
• Preparing samples for laboratory testing

Chemical Analysis

• Operating and assisting with:
  • Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
  • ICP-OES analysis
  • Inert Gas Fusion testing
• Measuring pH content of products and process streams
• Monitoring and testing process water for legionella and bacterial contamination
• Supporting laboratory investigations and continuous improvement activities

General Laboratory Duties

• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring housekeeping standards are met
• Following quality, health, safety and environmental procedures
• Assisting with sample retention and documentation
• Supporting quality assurance activities and audits when required

About You

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual who is eager to develop a career in laboratory science.

Ideal requirements:

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Metallurgy or a related scientific discipline
• Driver with car, due to location and working hours (essential)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible approach to working hours

Graduate applications are highly encouraged, and full training will be provided on all specialist equipment and testing methods.

Working Hours

First 12 weeks: Monday to Friday, standard day shifts

Following completion of training:

Typically 10:00am - 6:00pm. Occasional flexibility required to work: 8:00am - 4:00pm or 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Flexibility is essential due to business requirements.

Salary & Benefits

• £27,000 - £28,000 salary
• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Free on-site parking
• EV charging points
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Full training and development programme
• Opportunities for overtime
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist manufacturing environment

Interested?

If you're a recent science graduate or an aspiring laboratory professional looking to develop your skills within a successful manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Unfortunately, we cannot provide sponsorship to work in the UK.