Laboratory Specialist

Laboratory Specialist

£29.49 - £39.45 per hour

We’re currently recruiting a Laboratory Specialist to support material Science assessments for one of the largest Aerospace manufacturers in Europe. Based in a specialist manufacturingfacility in Broughton you will be responsible for conducting a wide range of hands‑on laboratory testing to validate material properties, product integrity, and process compliance. This role involves chemical sample preparation analysis, and auditing of special manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong theoretical background with a BSc or MSc in chemistry, practical laboratory experience and a thorough understanding of industrial processes.

This is a shift-based role with alternating weeks of morning and afternoon shifts Monday to Friday plus occasional nightshifts. It is a full time onsite role due to needing access to laboratory equipment and is an initial 12 month contract position. It’s being offered on a pay rate of £29.49 per hour PAYE or £39.45 per hour Umbrella inside IR35, plus uplifted overtime rates.

Key Responsibilities

• Chemical Analysis of surface treatment chemical & rinse tanks, effluent, sealant, paint & hydraulic fluids
• Lead trials for new products before they transition into use
• Perform and document a variety of chemical analysis including IC, ICP-OES, titrations (manual & automated) XRF, FTIR, Surface Tension, COD, surfactants and cloth analysis in accordance with AITM, ASTM, ISO, and other relevant standards.
• Analyse test data, generating comprehensive reports
• Perform precise sample preparation and dilations for critical analytical analysis techniques including IC, ICP, XRF and various titration methods
• Support failure non conformance by providing detailed chemical analysis using a variety of techniques
• As part of process Inspection and control, collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot process deviations and implement corrective actions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related technical field.
• Alternatively Higher National Certificate in Chemistry or equivalent with industrial experience
• Theoretical knowledge of Ion Chromatography (IC) or similar, Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), Fourier-transform Infrared Spectroscopy & various titration types
• Proven experience in a hands‑on laboratory environment undertaking chemical analysis involving sample preparation and dilutions
• In-depth understanding of special processes, chemical surface treatments, and coating systems (paints)
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, AMS).
• Proficient in technical report writing and data analysis.

This role is a shift base role on early shift, Late Shift and Nightshift on a rota basis.

Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work, suitable candidates will be BPSS cleared or eligible for this level of clearance before starting on site

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