ALKEGEN Macclesfield, England, United Kingdom
Why work for us?
Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we are delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.
Job Responsibilities
* Set up equipment, prepare samples, perform experiments, and make appropriate measurements in a timely manner using all available laboratory equipment, with moderate supervision.
* Assist Testing Engineer in providing Technical Services to Marketing and Manufacturing with moderate supervision.
* Assist Testing Engineer in maintaining all laboratory equipment in good working order and provide for periodic calibration and laboratory correlations.
* Become proficient in the operation of equipment, instruments and procedures/techniques.
* Maintain up to date lab books and records in accordance with the Alkegen global systems.
* Become proficient in computers. Prepare charts and graphs.
* Actively participate in housekeeping and safety.
* Actively participate in meetings and committees.
* Actively participate in preventative maintenance.
* Keep punctual attendance.
* Pursue the timely completion of set targets.
* Carry out special assignments, i.e., coordination of outside chemical analysis.
* Recommend innovative and creative solutions for equipment, process, and product development.
In addition, the Technician may be responsible for the following duties:
* Schedule and/or organise own work as required.
* Suggest process and/or equipment modifications.
* Some travel (generally minimal) may be required periodically.
* Use Alkegen global systems for communication, goal alignment, problem solving, and career planning.
Qualifications / Experience
* BSc degree or equivalent in a technical/scientific or engineering field, highly desirable but not essential.
* 1 year+ laboratory experience in a technical, manufacturing and/or process engineering environment is desired.
* Knowledge of mechanical, chemical or ceramic testing fields preferred, especially as it relates to inorganic specialty fibre materials.
* Knowledge of process controls and analytical equipment is preferred.
* Experience in using Microsoft Office (specifically Excel).
* Ability to follow instructions and to become proficient in the operation, programming and maintenance of a variety of instruments and equipment.
* Good communication, analytical capabilities, accuracy and neatness.
* Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
* Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety principles and practices relevant to laboratory work.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.
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