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Laboratory Technician (QA) Our client, based in Houghton Le Spring, is recruiting a Laboratory Technician to join their team. The main function of the role will be to assist with the testing and validation of new plant equipment plus other ongoing projects and analysis. This will involve: undertaking quantitative and qualitative analyses of activated material used in industrial, defence and medical applications, utilising standard classical analytical methods. Hours of work would be Shifts are 7:00 AM 3:00 PM and 3:00 PM 11:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Typical responsibilities include: Using a range of techniques, software, and equipment to carry out analyses, including: gravimetric analysis, titrimetric analysis, spectroscopy (UV, AA and ICP-OES, as well as physical testing methods (eg tensile breaking strengths). Assessing the composition and quality of: Raw materials (rayon, process chemicals) Intermediate products to ensure they progress through the production process in a timely manner. Finished goods Effluent (checking pH levels, TSS, COD) Interpreting data and meeting strict guidelines on documentation when recording data Advising of test results and/or improvement to current methods/systems for analysis and recording Advising different departments of test results and how they relate to/affect the product, quality standards and analysis records, as required. Ensures that all test results are accurately recorded and filed appropriately for data analysis and/or other purposes as required. Supports the activities of the various improvement teams in the organisation, e.g. Six Sigma Being aware of and keeping up to date with health and safety issues Requirements: A systematic approach to tasks Theoretical knowledge of analytical techniques (on the job knowledge would be a bonus) Good IT skills Good communication and presentation skills Degree or strong A Levels in Chemistry or a Science related qualification Laboratory experience Due to the highvolume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.

Diagnostic Vehicle Technician Are you a skilled automotive professional seeking a rewarding role within a reputable independent garage? Our client, a well-established family-run Bosch Car Service centre in Sandwich, Kent, is looking to recruit a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician to enhance their diagnostics expertise in a supportive environment with modern facilities. Benefits for the successful Diagnostic Vehicle Technician: Competitive salary ranging from 28,000 to 48,000 per annumannum, dependent on experience and qualifications Standard working hours from 08:30 to 17:30, Monday to Thursday, and 08:30 to 16:30 on Fridays, ensuring weekends off No weekend work, providing a healthy work-life balance Ongoing Bosch manufacturer training and development programmes to keep technical skills up-to-date Access to advanced diagnostic tools, including equipment suitable for Volkswagen Group, BMW, JLRJLR, and more Friendly, relaxed working environment with a professional team Consistent workflowworkflow with opportunities to work on a variety of vehicles, including classics and older models Duties of the Diagnostic Vehicle Technician: Utilising advanced diagnostic equipment to identify faults within electrical and electronic vehicle systems Performing complex repairs and remedial work with precision Diagnosing and correcting issues across a wide range of modern vehicle systems Specialising in vehicle brands such as JLRJLR, Volkswagen Group, and Volvo Conducting routine servicing and preventative maintenance aligned with manufacturer specifications Advising customers on repairs, diagnostics, and maintenance requirements Ensuring high standards of workmanship, safety, and compliance Supporting the workshop team to deliver exceptional customer service in a busy environment Requirements of the Diagnostic Vehicle Technician: Level 3 qualified Technician or Master Technician qualification is highly desirable Proven experience in vehicle diagnostics and repair Prior experience working with JLRJLR vehicles is advantageous Skilled in using diagnostic tools such as AutologicAutologic, Bosch, or similar equipment High attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills Reliable, proactive, and dedicated to delivering quality work Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team Experience working on older or classic vehicles is beneficial but not essential If you are ready to develop your career as a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician within a friendly team operating with state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, we want to hear from you. Contact Consultant Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Sandwich and Kent today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity. At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,500 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.

Start your journey of Growth with Müller Yogurts and Desserts (MYD) as a Labatory Technician Apprentice At Müller UK & Ireland we're proud to create some of the nation's favourite dairy products, from fresh milk, butter, and cream to our famous yogurts, desserts, drinks and kefir. Sourcing milk from over 1,000 farms up and down the UK, we serve millions of families every day with a range of branded and private label goods which are nutritious and delicious. We're one of the UK and Ireland's major dairy manufacturers and, with milk in 97% of UK fridges and yogurt in 78%, there's a very good chance you have a Müller product in yours. Müller Yogurts & Desserts is home to some of the nation's favourite dairy products. From our headquarters in Market Drayton and sites in Telford and Minsterley, the mission of our yogurt and desserts business is to help put a smile on the nation's face. Over the years, our classic yogurts, desserts and milkshakes - including Müller Corner, Müller Light, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice and Müller Frijj - have become a loved household staple for millions of families across the UK & Ireland. Where will this career journey take you? This is an exciting opportunity to join Müller Yogurts and Desserts in an apprenticeship role as a Laboratory Technician. We have ambitious plans in place to grow our business and transform the dairy industry. To meet those goals, we need people who can grow with us. This Apprenticeship program is an opportunity for you to learn about every aspect of our laboratory's. We'll provide you with all the support you need to be the best you can be. We'll give you training, invest in your skills and offer you the next rung on your career ladder. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be - at Müller the sky's the limit. You will be working at one of our three dairy locations all based in Shropshire and specifically Market Drayton or Telford. Your development journey will be strategically guided by Müller Yogurts and Desserts Quality teams to give you a thorough learning of all aspects of the business operation. What's in the Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship? As an apprentice Laboratory Technician at Müller Yogurt & Desserts you will learn how to: Assist with the decontamination of equipment, learn about waste management processes and procedures and how to undertake this effectively. You will be taught how to stock check many of our general consumable stores and the re-ordering process and how to allocate bar codes as requested by our scientists for importing into the Chemical Inventory. In addition you will have the opportunity to discover general lab equipment maintenance methods and/or how to coordinate engineers for repairs and servicing of equipment in conjunction with our scientists. It's a hands on role as you will be able to assist in the preparation of reagent/buffers, register and record Fixed Asset Numbers on new equipment purchases and recording them on our internal systems. You will need to learn about maintenance, a tidy workplace and Health and safety processes and procedures to ensure you work safely within our labs. What we can do for you? At the end of the Apprenticeship programme you will gain the following awards: BETEC Level 3 National Certificate in Applied Science which includes: Principles and Applications of Science Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques What You will Need? GCSE Grade C and above in Maths, English & Science (or EU equivalent) Flexibility to stay and travel to accommodation for the purpose of project work or learning activities at other Müller sites work (expenses will be covered) Full UK Driver's License is preferred Must be over 16 years of age Must not be engaged in other full time education Must be living in the UK What to Expect? Hours: A full time role of 40 hours / week with some potential to experience shift working. Pay: £18,500 salary, with an increase after successful completion of your first year on the apprenticeship programme. Internal Müller applicants will remain on their current salary terms. Locations: Market Drayton Telford We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Müller, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you're passionate, curious, and ready to learn - we'll support you every step of the way.

Start your journey of Growth with Müller Yogurts and Desserts (MYD) as a Labatory Technician Apprentice At Müller UK & Ireland we're proud to create some of the nation's favourite dairy products, from fresh milk, butter, and cream to our famous yogurts, desserts, drinks and kefir. Sourcing milk from over 1,000 farms up and down the UK, we serve millions of families every day with a range of branded and private label goods which are nutritious and delicious. We're one of the UK and Ireland's major dairy manufacturers and, with milk in 97% of UK fridges and yogurt in 78%, there's a very good chance you have a Müller product in yours. Müller Yogurts & Desserts is home to some of the nation's favourite dairy products. From our headquarters in Market Drayton and sites in Telford and Minsterley, the mission of our yogurt and desserts business is to help put a smile on the nation's face. Over the years, our classic yogurts, desserts and milkshakes - including Müller Corner, Müller Light, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice and Müller Frijj - have become a loved household staple for millions of families across the UK & Ireland. Where will this career journey take you? This is an exciting opportunity to join Müller Yogurts and Desserts in an apprenticeship role as a Laboratory Technician. We have ambitious plans in place to grow our business and transform the dairy industry. To meet those goals, we need people who can grow with us. This Apprenticeship program is an opportunity for you to learn about every aspect of our laboratory's. We'll provide you with all the support you need to be the best you can be. We'll give you training, invest in your skills and offer you the next rung on your career ladder. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be - at Müller the sky's the limit. You will be working at one of our three dairy locations all based in Shropshire and specifically Market Drayton or Telford. Your development journey will be strategically guided by Müller Yogurts and Desserts Quality teams to give you a thorough learning of all aspects of the business operation. What's in the Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship? As an apprentice Laboratory Technician at Müller Yogurt & Desserts you will learn how to: Assist with the decontamination of equipment, learn about waste management processes and procedures and how to undertake this effectively. You will be taught how to stock check many of our general consumable stores and the re-ordering process and how to allocate bar codes as requested by our scientists for importing into the Chemical Inventory. In addition you will have the opportunity to discover general lab equipment maintenance methods and/or how to coordinate engineers for repairs and servicing of equipment in conjunction with our scientists. It's a hands on role as you will be able to assist in the preparation of reagent/buffers, register and record Fixed Asset Numbers on new equipment purchases and recording them on our internal systems. You will need to learn about maintenance, a tidy workplace and Health and safety processes and procedures to ensure you work safely within our labs. What we can do for you? At the end of the Apprenticeship programme you will gain the following awards: BETEC Level 3 National Certificate in Applied Science which includes: Principles and Applications of Science Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques What You will Need? GCSE Grade C and above in Maths, English & Science (or EU equivalent) Flexibility to stay and travel to accommodation for the purpose of project work or learning activities at other Müller sites work (expenses will be covered) Full UK Driver's License is preferred Must be over 16 years of age Must not be engaged in other full time education Must be living in the UK What to Expect? Hours: A full time role of 40 hours / week with some potential to experience shift working. Pay: £18,500 salary, with an increase after successful completion of your first year on the apprenticeship programme. Internal Müller applicants will remain on their current salary terms. Locations: Market Drayton Telford We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Müller, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you're passionate, curious, and ready to learn - we'll support you every step of the way.

Sales Technician Location: Bromsgrove Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE Reference: (phone number removed) Are you passionate about mechanical components and enjoy helping customers find the right technical solutions? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading aftermarket supplier of specialist parts for a wide range of machinery, serving both trade and retail customers across the UK and internationally. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team in a customer-facing technical advisory role, where your mechanical knowledge and experience in parts sales will be highly valued. Key Responsibilities Handle inbound sales enquiries via phone and email. Provide expert technical advice and product recommendations. Build and maintain strong relationships with trade and retail customers. Process orders across multiple channels including telephone, email, and website. Collaborate with the Sales Manager and Product Development Engineer to support new product development. Attend manufacturer-led training sessions to stay up to date with product knowledge and brand promotions. Person Profile Customer-focused, enthusiastic, and highly organised. Strong communication skills with a professional telephone manner. Confident dealing with a wide range of customers from the general public to engineers and dealerships. Technically minded, with practical experience working on or selling mechanical parts and machinery (preferred). IT literate, with working knowledge of Outlook and web browsers; familiarity with Sage 200 is a bonus. A genuine interest in agricultural machinery or tractors vintage, classic, or modern is beneficial but not essential. Team player, comfortable working in a busy office environment and attending exhibitions. This is a brilliant opportunity to turn your technical expertise into a rewarding career with long-term progression prospects. If you're ready to join a company that values mechanical knowledge and customer service, we d love to hear from you. If you're interested in applying, message Jack at (url removed)