Main Description
To ensure the quality of our rubber is fit for purpose and meets all specifications / customer requirements.
In this role, you should have a keen eye for detail and excellent communication skills. You will work alongside a team of other testers in a busy factory work environment.
Ultimately, you are the final check before material is released to our customers.
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Qualification requirements |
Minimum 5 GCSE’s including Maths and Science at grade C / 4 or above |
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Salary |
£20,000 |
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Holiday Entitlement |
26 days plus bank holidays |
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Location |
Dukinfield SK16 4UJ |
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Working hours |
07:00 – 16:00 Inc. 45-minute paid break |
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Duration |
2 years |
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Start Date |
June 2024 |
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Interview dates |
June 2024 |
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Closing date for application |
31st May 2024 |
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To apply |
To apply, fill in your information in the online form below. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on [email protected] for assistance. |
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Conduct tests on a number of different pieces of laboratory equipment in real time e.g Rheometer (Viscosity and cure characteristics), Specific Gravity, hardness etc.
• Weigh chemicals and convert intermediate products to finished compound for testing.
• Report failures and problems to management, pause the manufacturing line if you identify a problem.
• Create detailed laboratory reports.
• Record keeping.
• Understand statistical analysis to spot trends.
• Help troubleshoot issues.
• Release material for dispatch.
• Work towards a recognised Qualification
ABOUT BERWIN POLYMER
BERWIN Group Ltd is dedicated to technological leadership in the development and production of high quality rubber compounds. Our approach involves integration of materials, recipe, mixing, customer specifications and customer processes to arrive at high quality solutions at the best cost.
Founded in 1953, BERWIN Group Ltd’s largest market sector is the automotive industry where they supply compounds for the following applications: Door Seals & Weather Strip, Hoses, Gaiters, Engine Seals. The compounds are produced on highly automated and fully process-controlled mixing lines, based on the latest technology.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Skills required
• Good communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office knowledge.
Personal qualities
• Strong team worker with high levels of independence
• Good use of initiative
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
TRAINING TO BE DELIVERED
Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Lab Technician
Training Provider: Cogent Skills
Delivery model: Blended- the course is taught mainly online and there is a one 3-day residential.
FUTURE PROSPECTS
Role available at the end of apprenticeship.
Opportunity to progress in the organisation.
