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 strives to be the best innovator of high-performance glass and glazing solutions. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Technologist, and are offering a competitive salary from £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. 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 Science or Engineering. 5 years' practical and theoretical 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 (phone number removed) 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. INDCH