CK Group are recruiting for a Technologist, to join a global materials manufacturing company, based near Wigan, on a full time, permanent basis. The Company: Our client is a global leader in manufacturing glass for architectural, automotive and technical sectors. They strive to be the best innovator of high-performance glass and glazing solutions. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Technologist to join their Glass Forming, Annealing and Manufacturing Technology team, and are offering a competitive salary from £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience. Location: The Technologist position will be based at the company's site near Wigan, easily commutable by road from Merseyside including Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale and Manchester. Please note a full UK driving licence and car ownership is required due to the company's location. Technologist (Forming and Annealing Glass) Role: Your main duties will be: Carrying out practical and theoretical work as required. Providing urgent technical support to production - this may involve travel at short notice. Interacting with other functions, e.g. Engineering, Manufacturing Excellence, Sustainability. Reporting to the Team Leader in Flat Glass manufacturing. Your Background: The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience: Degree in Physical/Material Science or Engineering. 3 years' practical, industrial experience in a Material-related field, preferably glass forming/annealing. Project management experience - desirable. Full UK Driving licence. Apply: It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news