Laboratory Technician

Talentmark are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician, to join a materials manufacturing company, at their site based in Wrexham, on a permanent basis.

This is a shift-based role, working 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm Monday to Friday (Working hours during the probation period are 8:30am - 4:30pm).

Salary:
This role offers a salary in the range of 27,000 - 35,000 (including shift bonus) per annum, depending on experience, once shifts start after 6 months.

The Company:

• Our client specialises in the manufacturing and development of advanced carbon fibre composite materials for aerospace applications.
• This role is located in Wrexham and is commutable from Chester, Crewe and surrounding areas.

• Composite/adhesive panel fabrication, machining and destructive mechanical testing of composite and adhesive specimens.
• Support all functions, customers, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records of all work carried out.
• Manage projects and project documentation to an auditable level.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and care for the laboratory working environment.

• Practical and hands-on experience with operating machining equipment - e.g. CNC, Grinders, Cutting Equipment.
• Experience with composite panel fabrication or using universal test machines and data acquisition software.
• Strong knowledge of composite materials including matrix & reinforcement technologies.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems/LIMS software.
• HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant science, engineering or technical field.
• At least three years' industrial experience (highly desirable).