Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

£27,378 Per Annum + Excellent Benefits! (See Below)

We at JKR are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to join our client, a fast-growing manufacturing company in Gloucestershire!

The successful candidate will support the Quality and Process team by carrying out routine chemical analysis and process control testing across manufacturing chemistry, ensuring plating, etching and other wet-process lines remain within specification. The role investigates quality issues through structured testing, producing clear reports that support QA decision-making. Working safely with process chemicals at all times, the Laboratory Technician helps protect product quality, process consistency and regulatory compliance across the site.

Laboratory Technician Key Responsibilities:

Carry out routine chemical analysis of process solutions (e.g. plating baths, etching and cleaning chemistries) to monitor concentration, contamination and process control limits

Make chemical additions and adjustments to manufacturing process lines in line with agreed procedures and control limits

Carry out laboratory and physical tests (e.g. solderability, microsectioning, ionic contamination, peel strength) to investigate quality issues and support root cause analysis

Produce clear, accurate test reports and records to support the QA department's decision-making and customer/regulatory requirements

Read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications (e.g. IPC-A-600) to assess conformance of product samples

Maintain accurate laboratory records, calibration schedules and traceability of test equipment and samples

Store, handle and dispose of laboratory and process chemicals safely, in line with COSHH and site environmental requirements

Support the Quality and Process team with investigation of non-conformances, customer complaints and process deviations

Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment, promoting a 6S culture

Support the movement and handling of chemical drums and laboratory materials, including manual handling and forklift-assisted transport where trained and authorised

Ensure all laboratory and process chemistry work is carried out safely and in compliance with health and safety legislation and company policy, including COSHH, PPE and safe chemical handling procedures at all times

Laboratory Technician Core Requirements:

Understanding of chemistry principles and practical laboratory technique (e.g. titration, sample preparation)

Awareness of COSHH and safe chemical storage, handling and disposal requirements

Good record-keeping and report-writing skills to support QA documentation

A-level Chemistry (or equivalent) or a relevant scientific/laboratory qualification

Experience carrying out routine chemical analysis or laboratory testing, ideally in a manufacturing or process environment

Understanding of COSHH and safe chemical handling practices

Ability to lift and handle loads up to 25kg (50lb) safely, following manual handling training

Laboratory Technician Desirable Skills & Experience:

Understanding of PCB manufacturing process chemistry (e.g. plating, etching, cleaning lines)

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications

Awareness of IPC-A-600 visual acceptability standards

Knowledge of, or qualification in, IPC-A-600 (or willingness to train)

Experience or qualification in a PCB, electronics or similarly regulated manufacturing environment

Forklift truck licence

Laboratory Technician Working Hours & Benefits:

08:30-17:00 Monday-Thursday 08:30-16:00 Fridays

Quarterly profit-sharing bonus

31 days' holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension - 3% employer 5% employee

Paid professional development

Discounts and savings portal

Wellbeing portal

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance policy

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.
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