Laboratory Assistant

UL Solutions' Built Environment department in Telford is hiring!  We're looking for a Laboratory Assistant who will be focused on assisting our Lab Technicians and Engineers during testing of a range of fenestration products (doors and windows. This will include setting up test rigs, assisting with the testing process and reporting post-testing.  
Largely working in indoor environment (mainly physical work, but desk-based tasks required such as filling in excel/word templates as well as completing training). 
This is a great opportunity for someone who's seeking variety in their role, as at UL Solutions, no two days are the same!  You also have a genuine opportunity to grow your career here, in a small, close-knit team with good people.  The aim for this role would be to progress within our engineering function, from Laboratory Technician to Engineering Technician.

• Assists in manual and mechanical testing of door hardware/furniture. Sets up and prepares test samples, materials and equipment.
• Diligently follows test procedures, standards and requirements.
• Operates designated machines, special laboratory equipment and tools as directed. 
• Routinely carries out maintenance to test rigs, and test equipment.
• Receives instructions from and reports to supervisor and personnel in engineering and laboratory operations as needed. Assists in recording observed data on appropriate UL forms.
• May support in preparation of instructions for test methods and procedures 
• May support in the preparation of test reports.
• Manual and physical work included.
• Examines test chambers/samples, reads drawings and measuring instruments. 
• Develops knowledge of applicable test requirements and operational instructions.

• Ability to work manually, building rigs, new jigs, set up of equipment.
• Ability to use hand/power tools to a high standard.
• Ability to interpret technical information and understanding technical plans and drawings would be beneficial.
• Ability to work well within the Microsoft office suite.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Good team player with ability to work individually as well.
• Enthusiasm to learn and good interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and good work ethic.
• FLT, IPAF, Harness Awareness/User and CSCS would be beneficial.

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