R&D Technician
Salary:
Up to £24k
Location:
East Midlands
Location:
Derbyshire
Responsibilities
- To conduct a range of laboratory tests on a variety of materials, including existing and new products, to include mechanical, quality control and other types of testing as appropriate.
- To prepare commercial product sample requests as required by the Sales team, ensuring that samples are supplied to quality standards in a timely manner.
- To operate test equipment in accordance with procedures and instructions and develop a good understanding of appropriate test standards.
- To work as part of the R&D team, assisting with project work for the development of new products and the testing of existing products.
- To provide assistance to the Quality Control team when required, working to the QC Technician job description and reporting into the Quality Supervisor.
- To provide accurate and comprehensive records of work completed.
- To participate and contribute to team meetings as required.
- To support and uphold the values of continuous improvement methods and activities.
- Assist with the resolution of any problems that could cause a delay to production, collaborating with other team members.
- To be fully aware of all laboratory procedures, seeking guidance where required.
- To develop good understanding of the product range, quality, health & safety and environmental requirements and to follow internal policies and procedures.
- To liaise with colleagues across the business as and when required.
Requirements:
- Good general education to at least GCSE level including English and Maths
- Education to ‘A’ Level or above (or equivalent) in a science subject, ideally chemistry
- Experience working in an industrial laboratory is desirable
- Understanding or experience of both wet chemical and mechanical laboratory tests or the willingness and aptitude to learn
- IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Organised and methodical approach with good problem-solving skills
- The curiosity to learn and develop own knowledge and skills and to contribute to product development activities
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to communicate with colleagues in different departments across the business
- Adaptable and flexible, a team player with a ‘can do’ attitude
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