Location
    Lancashire
    Date

    CK Group

    CK Group are recruiting for a Technologist, to join a global materials manufacturing company, based near Skelmersdale, on a full time, permanent basis.

    Salary:

    £28,000 – £33,000 per annum depending on experience.

    The Company:

    Our client is a global leader in manufacturing glass for architectural, automotive and technical sectors. They are also involved with the decarbonisation of the glassmaking process. Having recently completed a novel hydrogen firing trial, they are incorporating more green electricity into the process, including implementing innovative carbon capture technologies. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Technologist to join them. The company offers a competitive salary depending on experience, as well as 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme, flexible working, pension scheme, bonus scheme, free car parking, on-site canteen and on-site activities and events.


    Location:


    The Technologist position will be based at the company’s site near Skelmersdale, easily commutable by road from Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Manchester and surrounding areas. Please note a full UK driving licence and car ownership is required due to the company’s location.

    Your main duties will involve:

    • Key responsibilities in glass lamination products development.
    • Practical site-based activities and theoretical work.
    • Develop and assess the performance of new lamination products via specialist analytical equipment.
    • Oversee service and calibration of laboratory equipment.

    Your Background:

    The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

    • Science or Engineering degree qualified with laboratory experience.
    • Practical and theoretical knowledge of glass products and processing is advantageous.
    • Knowledge of spectral measurements and/or weathering tests is desirable.


    Apply:

    It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference in all correspondence.