Technical Absorbents
Undergraduate Product Development Technician (12 Month Placement) 2027/28
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Technical Absorbents Ltd (TAL)
TAL is a leading manufacturer in specialized nonwoven fabrics using our SAFTM technology. At TAL, we pride ourselves on our collaborative and people-focused environment within our organization. Our teams work closely together across technical, commercial, and production to deliver high-performance nonwoven solutions to customers around the globe.
Placement Student Opportunity at TAL
As a placement student at TAL, you will be treated as a valued member of the team, with real responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to customer projects that make a genuine impact. We encourage curiosity and open communication, creating a culture where ideas are welcomed and developed.
You will gain exposure to an industrial manufacturing environment, supported by experienced professionals who are committed to helping you develop both technically and personally. TAL is passionate about early career investment, providing students with opportunities for real responsibility and supporting their growth throughout the placement.
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What you will do
- Develop and expand in-house test methods for fabric capabilities
- Liaise with commercial, marketing, production, and technical teams throughout customer projects following a stage-gate development process
- Benchmark internal and competitor fabrics to support new and existing products
- Provide technical input for customer enquiries and selection of fabrics
- Identify sustainability opportunities for fabric and fiber development
- Present trial work and research to internal stakeholders and external clients.
What you will gain
- Real-world experience in product development within a global manufacturing industry
- Communication of technical advice between departments
- Opportunity for customer engagement, employing your technical expertise
- A strong foundation for a future career in product development in an industrial setting
- Development of technical analysis and presentation skills
- Exposure to cross-functional team dynamics and work on customer-based projects
- Further training and development opportunities
- Industry networking opportunities, including attending events and careers fairs.
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Who are we looking for
- Working towards a degree within a STEM-related discipline
- Analytical and creative mindset, comfortable with working with data management
- Keen interest in learning about industrial textiles and the manufacturing process
- Confident in communicating technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Works well in a team and can collaborate with others but can also work independently.
What’s in it for you
- Salary: TBC
- Location: This role is based in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
- Duration: 12-month placement flexible to start date to begin within 2026
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Access to benefits such as Monthly Football tickets (for GTFC), training packages, flexible working hours, pension scheme, and much more.
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