Lab Technician

Lab Technician Birmingham, UK At Cooksongold, we're more than just a precious metal manufacturer – we're a legacy. Since 1918, we've been the trusted partner for jewellers across the country, offering everything from precious metals to essential jewellery tools. We’re trailblazers in the world of 3D printing technology for precious metals and are gearing up to explore new markets with ambitious growth plans over the next five years. As part of the Heimerle + Meule Group, one of Europe's largest refiners and processors of precious metals, we're proud of our rich heritage and excited about our bright future. Located in the vibrant Birmingham Jewellery Quarter, our team of 280 friendly and dedicated professionals is the heartbeat of our business. We are currently seeking a Lab Technician to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday. What you’ll be doing You will perform complex analysis involving Fire Assay, as well as instrumental methods, such as XRF and Titration. You will carry out precision weighing and use high temperature furnaces. Working in a small team of five, you will build your experience in compositional analysis, test your ability to work to and meet tight deadlines and problem solve. About You To be considered as our Lab Technician, you will need: - Experience of working in a lab environment - Experience handling acids, chemicals and weighing of samples - Maintenance of a clean and safe working environment with an understanding of safety awareness - A willingness to learn new techniques, multitask processes for efficiency, keep accurate records, and follow instructions - Team Spirit - Strong attention to detail with the ability to also use initiative and work independently - General administration skills & computer literacy The successful candidate will need to complete, at the company’s expense, a basic DBS check. The Benefits - Starting salary of £22,500 (dependent on experience) - Up to 34 days’ paid leave per year (including bank holidays) - A generous Pension Scheme where employee contributions are matched by the company up to 8% - Employee Assistance Programme - Interest free loans for travel to work costs - Life Assurance up to x6 salary - Discounts on company products - Options for flexible hours Other organisations may call this role Laboratory Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Lab Assistant, Analyst, Laboratory Analyst, or Lab Technician. Our Job Applicant Privacy Notice can be viewed on our website. So, if you want to take the next step in your career as a Lab Technician with a company that truly cares about your growth and wellbeing, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency