Laboratory Technician - Metallurgy

Location: Coven Heath

Laboratory Technician - Metallurgy - (phone number removed) - £21.95/hr umbrella rate

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment? This exciting opportunity as a Laboratory Technician - Metallurgy offers the chance to work on innovative projects in a cutting-edge facility. You'll play a key role in supporting the launch of critical business operations while developing your expertise in quality control and materials testing.

If you're passionate about precision, problem-solving, and making an impact, this role is perfect for you.

What You Will Do:

- Use metallurgical and mechanical preparation equipment to assess components in line with engineering specifications and standard test processes.

- Perform routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery, and Frame Assembly.

- Conduct teardowns of stators and frames using destructive equipment, such as bandsaws.

- Carry out visual weld inspections, ultrasonic testing of spot welds, and radiographic analysis of components.

- Utilise optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets, and porosity content.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate product quality issues and ensure compliance with internal and external audit standards, including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.

What You Will Bring:

- Experience with preparation equipment such as abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, and etching tools.

- Practical knowledge of materials testing equipment, including optical microscopes, hardness testers, and tensile machines.

- A strong understanding of metallurgical properties of steel and aluminium and the ability to apply this knowledge.

- Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.

- Competence in using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to support documentation and reporting.

In this role, you'll contribute to the company's mission of delivering high-quality solutions and maintaining compliance with industry standards. Your expertise will directly impact the success of the company's critical operations and uphold its commitment to excellence in engineering and quality assurance.

Location:

This role is based in Wolverhampton, offering an accessible and well-connected location for professionals in the area.

Interested?:
Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career as a Laboratory Technician - Metallurgy. Apply now to join a team that values innovation, precision, and professional growth. Let's shape the future together!

Additional Information - 6 month contract. Hours of work - 39 hours a week.

Monday to Friday; over alternating 2 shifts. Early shift 06:00 - 14:00 (M-T), 06:00 - 13:00 (F). Late shift 14:00 - 22:00 (M-T), 13:00 - 20:00 (F).

This role is Inside IR35.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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