Lab Technician Heckmondwike, England
Job description
Employees are Autoneum’s most important asset. Our business success relies on their productivity, innovative power and passion. Therefore, we want to create a working environment that enables employees to thrive and give their best.
Autoneum Heckmondwike have a fantastic opportunity for a Lab technician to join the Quality team.
Working in a small team, on shift rotation, flexibility will be required for the role to ensure Laboratory Technicians’ are operating in alignment with Production team.
· Responsible for running the calibration system within the company.
· Responsible for meeting quality, cost and timing targets within the role.
36.5 hpw (flexibility for the role is required) 2 rotating shifts:
Shift 1 AM: Monday – Thursday: 6:00am – 2:00pm; Friday 6:00am – 1:00pm; 30 minutes unpaid lunch break between Monday – Friday.
Shift 2 PM: Monday – Thursday 2:00pm – 10:00pm; Friday 1:00pm – 8:00pm; 30 minutes unpaid lunch break between Monday – Friday.
Core Responsibilities
· To work within the requirements of IATF 16949 and associated laboratory procedures.
· To ensure all material tests are carried out using the correct method.
· To ensure all tests are fully documented.
· To ensure all customer required tests are carried out within the required time period.
· To review test data and manage testing programme status.
· To monitor product/process performance trends.
· Alert manufacturing locations of adverse trends in recorded results.
· Maintain a safe working environment through systematic and methodical approach to applied testing methods.
· To issue reports of completed tests to support analysis as required.
· To assist in the analysis following any identified failures.
· To ensure the calibration system is respected and relevant machines/fixtures are calibrated within the calibration system.
· To report any item close to/past calibration due timing.
· To report any laboratory materials nearing Use by Date to the Senior Quality Engineer.
· To support the operation of the laboratory in meeting the customer and business requirements as necessary.
· Material testing as defined by the DEC, COE and customer specifications against defined schedule/timeline.
· Reporting and documentation of test activities completed against defined schedule/timeline.
· Calibration of machines, tools and other associated equipment in line with programme requirements.
· Assist in the maintaining and improvement of the quality system – no major non-conformances identified during audit programme.
· Reporting to management regarding the status and progress of projects as required through review and appraisal activity.
· Support of the Quality department and other functions as necessary
· Assistance in root cause identification and CI activities.
Skills and abilities
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and make sound judgment and decision.
Well organised with the ability to prioritise effectively.
Material testing (textile)
Previous Laboratory experience
Personal attributes
Positive attitude in a team working environment.
Ability to manage in demanding situations and make sound decisions.
Self-disciplined and able to work on own initiative.
Team Player with great people skills.
Ability to work in partnership operationally.
Experience in customer and supplier visits/contacts (Desirable)
Knowledge and experience of using SAP (Desirable)
Educational achievements and knowledge
Minimum of 5 GCSE between A – C (including English and Maths) or equivalent qualification.
Educated to HNC/diploma level or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in an operational role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,307.31 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Heckmondwike: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
