Polymer Technician

R S L Steeper Group Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading prosthetics manufacturer in Leeds is seeking a part-time Polymer Technician to assist in manufacturing silicone gloves and polymer products. The role requires excellent communication, attention to detail, and training will be provided for the right candidate. Responsibilities include quality assurance, material preparation, and use of specialist machinery. This is a great opportunity to join a company with a long-standing reputation in the prosthetics industry.

Benefits

Training provided

Healthy work environment

Opportunity to contribute to meaningful products

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are essential for teamwork.
• Strong attention to detail ensures Quality Assurance.
• Experience in polymer manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture polymer products to required QA standards.
• Carry out repair and detailing work on polymer products.
• Participate in quality and safety meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Education

Relevant qualifications in polymer manufacturing

Tools

Specialist machinery for polymer production

Job description

Overview

We currently have a vacancy for a part-time Polymer Technician (25 hours per week) to join the prosthetics side of our business at our Leeds manufacturing site.

As a Polymer Technician, you will play a vital role in the manufacture of silicone gloves and other polymer products used on prosthetic limbs. You will be involved in every stage of production, from mixing and moulding materials to ensuring the highest standards of quality and finish.

What we're looking for

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and a positive, can-do attitude. Previous experience in polymer manufacturing or relevant qualifications is desirable, although full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing polymer products to the required QA standards.
• Colour matching, mixing, and preparing materials to specification.
• Slush moulding of PVC and silicone products.
• Injection moulding of foam products.
• Carrying out repair and detailing work on polymer products.
• Using specialist machinery safely and effectively, including set-up, production, maintenance, and quality control checks.
• Identifying and reporting hazards and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed.
• Supporting process improvements, minimising waste, and working towards a culture of 'Right First Time'.
• Assisting colleagues, training others in the team, and escalating stock shortages where needed.
• Participating in quality and safety meetings as required.
• Carrying out adhoc duties to support the team leader.

How to Apply

We’d love to have you on our team! To apply, please complete an application form and submit your CV below. Alternatively, download an application form and email [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications, we anticipate we will receive; for this role, in the event you have not heard from us within 14 days, we regret to inform you that you have been unsuccessful in your application.

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About Steeper

Steeper Group is a privately-owned business that was formed over 100 years ago. Since then we have expanded across prosthetics, orthotics and accessible technology – with a focus on creating significant turning points in individuals’ lives through exceptional clinical services and award-winning products.

We are a true leader in our market. From humble beginnings, we have grown to become one of the UK’s largest suppliers of Orthotic, Prosthetic and Accessible Technology products. Uniquely, we combine age-old craft skills with the latest innovations in manufacturing and materials.

Steeper’s vision is to create life’s turning points, together. We aim to do this with innovative prosthetic, orthotic and accessible technology products and services.

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