Darlaston, West Midlands
Overview
We are currently recruiting an experienced Lab Technician to work for our client, a dynamic and innovative business in the battery recycling industry.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company, where your expertise will contribute to cutting-edge projects and help shape the future of the industry. You will have the chance to work on advanced technologies, develop your skills, and make a meaningful impact.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Perform chemical analysis on environmental and production samples using wet chemical techniques and lab instrumentation.
* Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instruments such as X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy, Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, pH meters, Thermal Analysis (Carbon Analyser), and Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy.
* Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
* Prepare reagents and standards.
* Ensure laboratory organization and cleanliness.
* Analyze data and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
* Assist in developing and improving SOPs and SWIs for instrumentation, methods, and processes.
* Perform daily checks, maintenance, and housekeeping tasks.
* Support quality management, audits, and external assessments.
* Implement and ensure safety procedures are followed.
* Collaborate with QC personnel and troubleshoot with plant staff.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Experience
* Degree in Physical Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Biology) or Engineering, or equivalent education and experience.
* 3-5 years of laboratory experience preferred.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows.
* Effective communication skills with managers, plant operators, and laboratory team members.
* Adaptable, flexible, and reliable with a strong work ethic.
* Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
* Willingness to learn and improve understanding of plant operations and company strategies.
* Ability to work independently and communicate effectively through reports and presentations.
* Ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive salary to be discussed with candidates.
* Performance-based bonus scheme.
* Defined contribution pension scheme (minimum 6.25% employee, up to 10% employer contribution).
* Death in service cover (3x salary) for pension scheme members.
* 25 days holiday plus statutory days.
Join a company that values precision, quality, and innovative solutions. Your work as a Lab Technician will support our commitment to excellence and impactful results for our clients and stakeholders.
Interested?
If you're ready for a new challenge, apply now to become a Lab Technician and advance your career. Please include your name, email, phone number, and location (postcode, town, or county) in your CV. CVs should be sent to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment agency established in 1978. The services advertised are those of an employment agency.
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