Job Description:

Are you inquisitive, analytical and thorough? Do you have experience of working within a lab setting in the textiles or chemicals sector? Can you start ASAP? 

We’re partnering with a West Yorkshire manufacturer who have a growth strategy in place.  They are looking for an experienced Lab / QC Technician to join their technical team.

Maybe you’ve recently graduated and are looking for that first step into textiles or maybe you’ve already got lots of experience but looking for a good employer who will let you flourish. 

What You’ll Get

• A competitive salary DOE
• Quarterly bonus based on business financial performance
• 25 days holiday which increases with service
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Paid Voluntary Days
• Health & Wellbeing support
• Further training and development

About You

• Ideally you will have had exposure to working in a laboratory with textiles, chemicals, coatings or dyes – this could be during your studies or in employment
• You should have an analytical mindset and be able to provide accurate analysis and reporting of your findings
• You’ll need to be a people-person and will enjoy collaborating with internal teams including product development and production
• With your high attention to detail, you will thrive on providing top-tier, critical information to your team
• You’ll have patience, independence and a passion for textiles
• The ability to multi-task, prioritise and shift your focus is needed for this role

About The Role

• You’ll join as Laboratory Technician and will work in support of the Product Development Manager
• Your primary responsibilities will be day to day testing of incoming samples, raw materials, in-process and finished goods using various testing methods
• You should have a good eye for colour and will need to undertake a test at interview stage
• You will record, review, file and report findings of all testing, escalating any anomalies and making suggestions for improvement
• Ensuring all equipment is clean and in good working order, ready for next use

About The Business

• A growing group of companies who invest heavily in their people, their sites and their products – a people first employer
• Good, local people populate this site, you’ll join a welcoming and friendly team
• One of the UK’s leading manufacturers in their field focusing on sustainability and low environmental impact

If you're looking for a quick start, please apply now or call the Bowmay team for a chat!