Laboratory Technician - Metallurgical

Intertek is seeking a Laboratory Technician - Metallurgical in Derby, UK, to join their metallurgical assessment team. The role involves preparing materials, conducting optical microscopy, and supporting manufacturing quality control and failure investigations. Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and preferably a degree or HND in science/engineering. The position offers competitive salary and career development opportunities within a dynamic team.
We are recruiting for a Laboratory technician in our metallurgical assessment team carrying out the preparation of materials.

An opportunity has arisen for a laboratory technician to join our metallurgical assessment team carrying out the preparation of materials and the optical microscopy of components and test pieces to support manufacturing quality control, supplier approval and failure investigation.

Required skills and experience:
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Degree or HND in science / engineering preferred
• Experience working in a laboratory environment preferably metallurgy related would be beneficial.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

You will receive, collect items, samples for testing or examination and record in the relevant booking in system. You will also carrying out the preparation of materials and the optical microscopy of components and test pieces to support manufacturing quality control, supplier approval and failure investigation.

Key activities:
• Receive, collect items, samples for testing or examination and record in the relevant booking in system.
• Prepare samples and carry out assessments against client specifications using optical microscopy.
• Manage personal workloads to ensure KPI turnaround time targets are maintained.
• Carry out routine quality control checks on microscope equipment and maintain logs.
• Ensure equipment is maintained to a high standard.
• Produce simple technical reports using Microsoft Office and report to client.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.
• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment