Laboratory Technician
(Engineering graduates welcomed to apply)
7:30am to 4:15pm Monday to Thursday and 7:30am to 12pm Friday
Leicester
£28,000 - £32,500 per annum + strong benefits
A well-established component manufacturer is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its team in Leicester. This role involves conducting materials testing, supporting quality control, and assisting in research and development.
Key Responsibilities for Laboratory Technician
* Performing routine and advanced materials testing, including hardness, tensile, and microstructural analysis
* Preparing and analysing metal samples using microscopy and chemical testing methods
* Supporting quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards
* Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy.
* Assisting in research and development of new alloy compositions and processing techniques
* Documenting test results and reporting findings to engineers and production teams
Candidate Requirements for Laboratory Technician role:
* Experience working in a metallurgical or materials testing lab (manufacturing, foundry, automotive, aerospace experience is advantageous)
* Knowledge of superalloys, high-performance metals is desirable but not essential.
* Familiarity with lab equipment such as spectrometers, hardness testers, and microscopes
* Foundation level qualification in engineering/ laboratory ski...