Laboratory Technician required on a permanent basis, based in Greater Manchester. Ideal candidates will have recently obtained an A-Level in Chemistry, with recent college leavers encouraged to apply!

Title: Laboratory Technician

Location: Greater Manchester

Term: Permanent

Salary: £20,000 - £25,000

SRG are working with a leading company that develop and manufacture speciality chemicals for a wide range of markets and sectors. They are currently looking to hire a Laboratory Technician on a permanent basis, to join their team in Greater Manchester. This role will involve testing the application of new products in development using a variety of methods, supporting in Quality Assurance (QA) when required and supporting in new product development. Ideal candidates will have recently finished college, holding an A-level or HND in Chemistry. Chemistry graduates that have completed a final year research project involving coatings and/or the application testing of products are encouraged to apply.

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 36.35 hours per week. Flexible start and finish times. 34.5 holidays per annum, including bank holidays.

Role / Description

• Supporting in the application testing of a range of products including coatings and composites
• Analysing the properties of finished products using a range of techniques including rheology testing, colour properties and thermal properties
• Supporting in Quality Assurance (QA) as and when required
• Potentially supporting in the development of new products
• Laboratory maintenance and upkeep

Requirements

• A-level orHND in Chemistry
  • Recent college leavers are encouraged to apply
• A keen interest in Chemistry
• High attention to detail
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• The ability and enthusiasm to learn

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161526 1898.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.

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