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Plastics Process Technician

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Posted 11 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Warrington, Cheshire WA12DS, England

Salary

£32,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Plastics Process Technician is needed for a leading Chemical company in Warrington.
  • Candidates should have experience and knowledge in plastics processing, along with a chemistry or engineering degree, HND, or HNC.
  • The role involves preparing test samples, generating data from analytical equipment, and participating in material preparation for new plastics.
  • The annual salary for this position ranges from £32,000 to £35,000.
  • Successful applicants will join a collaborative team and contribute to innovative solutions in a positive work environment.

A Plastics Process Technician is required to join the engineering and manufacturing team at a leading Chemical company based in Warrington. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of plastics processing and the ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues.

Client Details

Our client is a leading player in the Chemical Industry, boasting a workforce exceeding 2000 employees worldwide. They are renowned for their innovative solutions, sustainability and a commitment to driving positive change whilst delivering a best in class product at their manufacturing site based in Warrington.

Description

As Plastics Process Technician you will be tasked with the following;

  • To prepare and characterize test samples from raw materials via injection moulding or extrusion. This will encompass both routine work and establishing method development studies.
  • Generate and report data from analytical equipment such as FTIR, DSC, Tensile, Rheometer, DMA
  • Participate in material preparation and design for the next generation of plastic/bioplastic
  • Everyday work/maintenance of the plastic lab and equipment
  • Follow the health and safety rules, and maintain good lab practice

Profile

A successful Plastics Process Technician should have:

  • Experience/knowledge in plastic/polymer
  • Degree, HND or HNC in a chemistry/engineering or technical discipline
  • Chemistry/engineering background or working experience in related fields
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong hands-on technical ability

Job Offer

  • An annual salary range of between £32,000 and £35,000.
  • The opportunity to work in a leading industrial and manufacturing company.
  • A positive and collaborative work environment.
  • The chance to make a tangible impact within a global firm.
  • A role based in the vibrant location of Warrington.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this Plastics Process Technician role, we encourage you to apply today.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.