Intertek
Metallurgical Technician
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ABOUT YOU
You will have experience in metallurgy or materials testing and a keen eye for detail, with a passion for producing accurate, high-quality work. You'll be confident preparing and analysing metal samples using a range of metallurgical techniques and be comfortable working with laboratory equipment to carry out microscopic evaluation, corrosion testing, and chemical analysis. You will have good IT skills, a solid understanding of materials, ideally supported by a relevant qualification or accreditation, and experience using modern materials analysis techniques. As a collaborative team player, you'll communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, thrive in a quality-driven environment, and be committed to continuous improvement and delivering excellent results.
Required skills and experience:
- Good IT literacy skills
- Metallurgical experience
- Good knowledge of materials, preferably with a related accreditation
- Previously worked with materials analysis techniques
- Experienced in using modern lean tools and techniques
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established laboratory where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality metallurgical testing and analysis services. Working alongside an experienced team, you'll be involved in the preparation, testing, and evaluation of metal samples for a diverse range of industries, helping clients make informed engineering and manufacturing decisions. In return, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise, work with modern laboratory equipment and techniques, and contribute to a business that values quality, collaboration, and professional development.
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Key activities:
- Metallurgical preparation of metal samples in line with specifications, including sectioning, grinding, polishing, and etching of samples.
- Microscopic evaluation of samples to specifications.
- Performance of corrosion tests.
- Chemical analysis of metal samples.
- Report analysis findings in an accurate and concise manner.
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.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs.
Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.
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