Expleo is hiring a Laboratory Technician to support our customer in Coventry, working in an advanced battery and materials analysis laboratory.
Location: Coventry (On-site)
Rate: £21.80 per hour (Umbrella)
Start Times: 07:00 / 07:30 / 08:00
Contract Length: 12 Months
The Role
This is a practical, laboratory-based position focused on chemical analysis and materials testing to support research and quality functions. You’ll play a key role in maintaining an efficient and safe workflow of analytical samples while working closely with materials engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare samples including calibration and test samples from battery cell components
- Operate laboratory equipment including:
- GC-MS (Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry)
- ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma)
- Work with:
- Fume hoods, gloveboxes
- Calibrated pipettes and balances
- Microwave digester systems
- Maintain accurate records using instrument software, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Support laboratory workflow and ensure timely sample processing
- Follow all safety protocols, including COSHH and risk assessments
- Assist with battery cell teardowns using mechanical tools (when required)
Skills Required
- Use of Chemistry instrumentation such as GCMS or related equipment.
- Use of wet-chemistry techniques
- Ideally use of XPS, ICP, TGA, Gloveboxes.
- A healthy respect for working with Hazardous materials is a must, without complacency.
Education:
Level 4 qualification in Chemistry such as a HND is advantageous.
Additional Information
This is a fully on-site, hands-on role and is not suitable for remote or hybrid working.
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