Laboratory Shift Technician

Scienceabode; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent industrial enterprise in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician to ensure product quality and compliance. The role involves mechanical and chemical testing, equipment maintenance, and supporting quality standards in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have prior lab experience and a strong grasp of testing methods. This full-time opportunity includes a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and a company pension, with progression prospects in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Company Pension

Progression opportunities

Great working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory or quality testing environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and chemical testing methods.
• Confident using laboratory equipment and testing instruments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and chemical testing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment.
• Generate Certificates of Conformity.
• Verify and maintain test equipment.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Chemical testing

Attention to detail

Laboratory equipment usage

Job description

Overview

Laboratory Technician

Location: Birmingham / Aston
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £35,000

Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician looking for a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established industrial business where you will play a key role in ensuring product quality, compliance, and testing accuracy. Reporting to the Senior Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out mechanical and chemical testing, maintaining laboratory equipment, and supporting quality standards across the production process.

Package

• Monday to Friday – 08:30am – 5:00pm
• 25 days holidays + bank holidays – increasing after service in the business
• Company Pension
• Progression opportunities
• Great working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Verification of Mechanical & Chemical Properties (to Customer Specifications):
• Hardness testing
• Tensile testing
• Bend testing
• Spring bend testing
• Grain size determination
• Spectrographic chemical analysis
• Carrying out supplementary tests as required
• Generating Certificates of Conformity
• Verification & Maintenance of Test Equipment:
• Routine calibration checks of hardness testers, tensometers, and spectrographs
• Daily maintenance of the Spectrolux container laboratory
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment as required
• Routine Solution Checks:
• Verification of acid tank strengths and recommending additions
• Verification of degreaser tank strengths and recommending additions
• Verification of Benzotriazole strengths and recommending additions
• Structural Analysis:
• Routine macrosections of cast structures
• Microsectioning and polishing as required
• Incoming Material Inspection:
• Inspection and testing of virgin and scrap raw materials

About You

• Previous experience in a laboratory or quality testing environment (manufacturing or metals industry preferred)
• Strong understanding of mechanical and chemical testing methods
• Confident using laboratory equipment and testing instruments
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a shift-based environment
• Committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to the provided contact, or submit your application via the link below.

Jasmine Williams – Commercial Director

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£32000 – £35000/annum

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