Physical Testing Laboratory Technician - PPE Newton Aycliffe - 6 month initial contract - £15.27ph Scope: Our client who continue to dominate the market, has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation, they provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. They are seeking a driven and energetic Laboratory Technician, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Responsibilities: Completing development, qualification, pre-compliance and audit testing, supporting current and future certifications of respiratory protection products Understanding test methods and updating documentation when/if required Completing test equipment calibration as per schedule and support safety audits and risk assessments Manage consumables for test equipment that you will be responsible for Working collaboratively within the R&D organization and closely with the product engineers, product developers, certification and compliance teams Supporting the Quality management system to support current certifications and accreditation of the R&D laboratory About You: Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution Laboratory experience is essential Excellent Verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Ability to understand and interpret data Understanding of respiratory protection products (performance, testing, release criteria) Knowledge of respiratory protection testing requirements Awareness of EN standards Awareness of Gas and Vapor testing method Awareness of Reusable Respirators and Powered and Supplied Air product Word, Excel, Teams If you're interested in the above role then please click apply or get in touch to discuss further. Consult will endeavour to contact candidates within 14 days of application. However, if you do not hear back after 2 weeks then please assume on this occasion, unfortunately, you have not been successful.