R&D Technician

Talentmark are recruiting for a R&D Technician to join a Carbon coatings manufacturing company at their site based near Sheffield on a full time, permanent basis, for 36.25 hours per week. Salary is flexible, dependent on qualifications and experience, and can be discussed over a call.
 
The Company:
A leading manufacturer and supplier of coatings for metallurgical industries.
 
Location:
The R&D Technician will be based at the company's site near Barnsley, commutable via car, from Sheffield, Penistone, Huddersfield, Leeds, Rotherham and Thurlstone.
 
R&D Technician Role:
Your main duties will be:

• Testing products and raw materials using analytical techniques including XRD, SEM, DSC, TGA and Particle Size Analysis.
• Assisting other R&D Technicians with formulation development for lubricants and coatings.
• Carrying out COSHH assessments.
• Supporting other R&D Technicians during customer trials.
• Contributing to the maintenance of laboratory areas and equipment.

Your Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

• Minimum level 4 qualification (HNC) or degree (BSc, MChem, MSci) in Chemistry, Materials Science or similar.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence for commuting and eventually for customer visits.

Apply:
Entitlement to work in the UK is essential. For more information or to apply for this R&D Technician position, please contact Emily Mills on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Please quote reference (phone number removed).
 
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