My clients are a very well-established, busy manufacturing company based in Tameside, and we are now recruiting for them a Laboratory Assistant to support the whole laboratory team with daily tests, checks, stock and administration
Monday – Friday 40 hours per week 7.30am – 4.30pm
Starting hourly rate doe
20 days holiday + 8 stats
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
• Conduct testing of uncoated and coated fabrics, recording results in dedicated software.
• Perform additional tests as required to ensure product performance standards are met.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment as per schedule or necessity.
• Organise and maintain the laboratory filing system when required.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of laboratory consumables.
• Provide assistance to the Laboratory Technician and Assistant Laboratory Manager with daily tasks.
• Perform testing of liquor samples when necessary.
• Assist with colour corrections when required.
• Maintain and update the Works Order Spreadsheet.
• Conduct quality control checks on raw materials as needed.
• Cover shifts as required.
• Ensure that your workplace and working areas are kept clean and tidy, adhering to the Company’s Health and Safety standards as outlined in the Health and Safety Policy.
• Comply with the Company’s internal quality procedures and standards.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the General Manager, which may involve working in different departments or locations.
Essential Criteria:
• Prior experience in a textile or coating laboratory environment.
Desirable Criteria:
• A recognised qualification in textiles or colour chemistry.
• Experience in a textile manufacturing environment.
• Experience in colour matching.
Excellent benefits:
4 x employer pension contribution
Life Assurance covering 1x annual salary.
Subsidised canteen offering freshly cooked meals and sandwiches every day.
Free car parking.
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family.
Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance.
Discounted Gym Membership.
Discounted products upon successful completion of your Probationary Period.
Peer to Peer Recognition Programme
Free Flu Jab voucher every Autumn.
Christmas Savings Scheme.
NHS Health Checks.
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