Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join their team in Farnborough. This role is essential in ensuring the quality of materials and processes through a variety of scientific tests and quality control measures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory analysis within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Chemical Analysis: Perform chemical testing of metal processing solutions (e.g., anodising, alocrom, passivation, and cleaning/pickling) using titration and pH methods.
  
  
• Solution Adjustments: Make necessary corrections to chemical treatment solutions based on test results.
  
  
• Rinse Tank Testing: Conduct pH and conductivity tests on chemical process rinse tanks.
  
  
• Data Recording: Maintain accurate records of test results in spreadsheets for tracking and reporting.
  
  
• External Analysis: Collect samples for external lab analysis.
  
  
• Quality Control Testing: Carry out scheduled tests including coating weight, etch rate, salt spray, and paint adhesion.
  
  
• Process Monitoring: Oversee reverse osmosis water treatment and effluent treatment processes.
  
  
• Specification Compliance: Ensure understanding and adherence to chemical treatment process specifications.
  
  
• Collaboration: Work closely with production and quality teams to identify and resolve issues, and recommend process improvements.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
• A-Level qualification in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
  
  
• Proven experience in a laboratory setting, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  
  
• Familiarity with quality assurance practices in manufacturing.
  
  
• Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational requirements.
  
  Benefits:
  
  
• Competitive salary
  
  
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  
  
• Life Insurance
  
  
• Health Insurance
  
  
• Company uniform
  
  
• On-site parking
  
  Working Hours:
  
  
• Standard hours: 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Thursday, 7:00am to 12:00pm on Friday (39 hours/week).
  
  
• Regular overtime will be available.
  
  
• Occasional travel to other UK sites, customers, and suppliers, with expenses covered.
  
  This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a leading aerospace manufacturer, with the potential for professional growth