Laboratory Engineer
Job Description
We are looking for:
- Laboratory Engineer, reporting to the laboratory lead in Wrexham
We count on you for:
- Provide technical leadership and support to the laboratories
- Ensure existing laboratory processes are under control via respective process metrics
- Participate in safety leadership activities
- Facilitate and lead continuous improvement activities by using lean and various engagement tools
- Maintain, develop and update all control documents
- Ensure laboratory qualifications are maintained in accordance with AS9100, NADCAP and customer mandated programs such as EXOVA PTP
- Develop and maintain the annual MSE (Measurement System Evaluation) program providing robust corrective actions when required
- Fill in as relief for the Laboratory Unit Area Leader as needed
- Liaise with relevant counterparts within the business unit to implement new capital projects in the laboratory unit
You will bring:
- The ideal candidates will:
- Be flexible – working hours may, at times require a level of flexibility
- Engineering or Material Science degree required
- Working experience in a laboratory environment required (composites laboratory experience would be advantageous)
- Sound decision making abilities even in complex and demanding situations
- Proactive attitude towards problem solving and process improvement
- Exposure/experience of HPLC, DSC, DMA, FTIR, Viscosity (Rheometric and cone/plate) and mechanical test frames advantageous, but full training will be provided
- Working knowledge of MSE and problem-solving tools
- Experience in statistical analysis essential (Use of JMP/Minitab etc)
- Have high attention to detail & be self-motivated
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both internally and externally on different hierarchical levels.
Be experienced in using LIMS, SAP and various other PC based systems
You will get:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Training platform for all employees
- Free language courses (24 available)
- Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
Additional information:
- Working days: Monday to Friday
- Location: Wrexham, UK