Laboratory Technician

Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for a Laboratory Technician to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £21.75 per hour.

Duties:

Laboratory Technical Analysis work is focused on chemical analyses in support of scientific research or quality testing including:

• Role involves preparing samples such as instrument calibration samples and test samples from battery cell components, through the use of fume hoods, glovebox, calibrated pipettes, balances, microwave digester. 
• You will also be operating the GC-MS and ICP, so previous experience in these is important. 
• You will be supporting materials engineers to maintain a safe and productive workflow of analytical samples through the laboratory and therefore be familiar with safety documentation such as COSHH and risk assessments, ensuring you follow all procedures, as well as other safety instructions. 
• You will use workflow and instrument software, be able to create and maintain accurate records of analysis and write some basic reports if needed, using PowerPoint and Excel.
• This is a very interesting field, and training could be provided to the right candidate to use other equipment such as XPS, ICP-OES, TGA, DSC, XRD
• From time to time, involve performing teardowns of battery cells using mechanical tools.
• You must also conduct yourself in accordance with our business values of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth, and Impact at all times, with a strong focus on Safety, Quality, and Delivery. 

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Use of Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related equipment.
• Use of wet-chemistry techniques
• Ideally use of XPS, ICP, TGA, Gloveboxes.
• A healthy respect for working with Hazardous materials is a must, without complacency.

Education Desired:

• Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as a HND is advantageous.