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R&D Technician
Bennett & Game Recruitment
Wigan
On-site
GBP 1,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking an R&D Technician to join their dedicated team in Wigan. This role involves conducting experimental work, preparing laboratory samples, and ensuring quality standards are met in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Chemistry, have experience in laboratory settings, and be familiar with ISO quality management systems. With a focus on innovation and quality, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute significantly to product development and quality assurance in a leading Resin and Polymers manufacturer. If you are passionate about research and development and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in a busy laboratory environment is essential.
- Knowledge of ISO9001, 14001 & 45001 is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Conduct experimental work following R&D protocols.
- Prepare and evaluate laboratory samples and raw materials.
- Support QA issues and provide assistance to production.
Skills
Education
Job description
My client is a leading Resin and Polymers manufacturer based in Wigan that supply products to a range of industries globally. They are looking to hire an R&D Technician to join their established team in Standish, Wigan. The ideal candidate will have a background in Laboratory Research and Development, will be familiar with ISO Quality management systems, will be proficient in Chemical process and will be based within a commutable distance of Standish, Wigan.
- Undertaking experimental work in accordance with the R&D manual
- Recording all process information to allow review and generation of process instructions
- Preparing laboratory samples and testing and evaluation of Raw materials & Competitor products
- Calibration of lab equipment
- Supporting QA issues in relation to reworks, complaints, incidents and rejects
- Providing support for production and QC departments
- Preparing samples for dispatch
- Able to follow Chemistry testing techniques
- BTEC / HNC in Chemistry or equivalent level 4 qualification in Chemistry
- Experience working in a busy laboratory environment
- Good I.T skills across both Microsoft office and ERP Systems
- Strong understanding of Chemical processes
- Experience working in a Chemical process / COMAH environment desirable
- A familiarity with ISO9001, 14001 & 45001 desirable
- Either IOSH, First Aid, or Internal Auditor trained also desirable
- Based within commutable distance of Wigan
- £12.60 per hour
- Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (42.5 hours a week)
- 33 Days holiday inclusive of public holidays
- Healthcare
- Pension
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