Technical Graduate

The Graduate will work/train within the Technical and Operations Department, offering a 2 Year Graduate Programme. On this 2-year Manufacturing Graduate programme you will develop the skills and knowledge to become a great team leader, maintaining and setting high standards for technical and operational excellence.

Role Accountabilities: Technical and Operations

· Operation of laboratory equipment.

· Collection of test samples from the production area, ensuring samples are clearly identified for traceability purposes.

· Monitoring of production trials, communicating results

· Testing of finished product

· Completing Test Reports and certificates of conformity for approved products and sending this information to the end customer.

· Conducting Internal Audits as set out in Quality Manual

· Management of MSDS and Technical Data Sheets

· Ensure compliance with the company quality management system, site health and safety and environmental as set out by company guidelines, policies and regulations.

· Product development activities to include laboratory formulation.

· Manage ongoing project work efficiently and in a timely manner, adhering to quality, health, safety and environment policies at all times.

· Contribute towards development of laboratory processes and procedures.

· Contribute to continuous improvement of new and existing products and manufacturing processes.

· Ensure thorough validation of new and modified products prior to manufacturing implementation.

· Develop into a position to provide technical advice to the sales and sales support teams.

· Assisting the Operations Manager with operational issues.

· Understanding manufacturing production processes

· Identify production issues.

· Communicate any problems or issues to management.

· Develop process improvements to improve workflow efficiency.

· Monitor standards and quality control.

· Ensure that manufactured product meets customer specifications.

· Communicate production updates to Manager on regular basis.

· Generate production related reports to Manager and customers when needed.

· Working with the Operations Manager to ensure stocks are managed as needed.

· Assisting in the planning, booking and stock movements.

· Acting on non-conformance reports, with the appropriate people.

· Achieved or expected to achieve at least a 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in a Materials/Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline.

· Can demonstrate excellent analytical skills.

· Enthusiasm to learn within a Manufacturing environment.

· Ability to apply study theory to manufacturing practices.

· Flexible and co-operative attitude and approach.

· Ability to work in a team or individually.

· Willing to undertake training at different sites following a Graduate Programme.

· Good communication skills interacting at all levels from shop floor to senior management.

· Possess good IT skills.

Our programme is designed to broaden your perspective and offer you a variety of learning opportunities. On the graduate programme, you'll receive:

· Pension Scheme.

· Healthcare Scheme.

· 2 x salary Life Insurance.

· Holidays 33 days per annum.

· Free Parking.

· A Line Manager who will coach and support you in developing your skills and knowledge.

· Training & Development Opportunities.

· Exposure to other departments for a rounded understanding of the business

· Rotational Placements to broaden your experience.

· Career Progression.