Chemical Labratory Technician

Location: Cayton

Chemical Laboratory Technician
Salary: 27,000 - 35,000 DOE + 5% Performance Bonus
Are you an experienced Laboratory Technician or Chemical Process Technician looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturer where quality, innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established global manufacturing business at its modern North Yorkshire facility. With significant investment in technology, people and continuous improvement, the business offers excellent long-term career prospects within a supportive and quality-focused environment.
Working within the Quality team, you'll play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by carrying out laboratory testing, monitoring chemical processes and ensuring products consistently meet the highest quality standards.
What you'll be doing

• Monitoring and maintaining chemical parameters across powder coating pre-treatment, tin-plating and resin filling processes
• Carrying out routine laboratory testing including chemical concentration analysis, pH, conductivity, temperature monitoring and chemical titrations
• Recording, analysing and reporting laboratory results accurately
• Investigating process deviations and supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Making routine chemical additions and bath adjustments to maintain process performance
• Supporting continuous improvement activities to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and COSHH requirements
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment

What we're looking forWe're keen to speak with candidates who have experience within a manufacturing, laboratory or chemical process environment.
You'll ideally have:

• Experience carrying out routine laboratory or chemical testing
• Knowledge of chemical analysis techniques such as pH testing, conductivity and titrations
• Excellent attention to detail and an analytical approach to problem solving
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

It would also be advantageous if you have:

• A qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline
• Experience with powder coating pre-treatment systems
• Experience of electroplating or tin-plating processes

What's in it for you?

• 27,000 - 35,000 salary depending on experience
• 5% annual performance bonus
• Permanent, full-time position
• Excellent training and ongoing development opportunities
• Modern manufacturing environment with significant investment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Join a business committed to quality, innovation and continuous improvement

If you're looking to build your career within a modern manufacturing environment where your work will directly contribute to product quality and process improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Caitlin at Castle Employment Group for a confidential discussion.