Metallurgical/Materials Laboratory Analyst

Job Title: Metallurgical/Materials Laboratory Analyst

Location: Wolverhampton EMC UK (ONSITE)

Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed April 2027)

Shift Pattern 4 days on 4 days off (12 hour shift per day)

Rate: £17.69 per hour PAYE or £23.60 per hour Umbrella

Shift Rate: £23.58 per hour PAYE or £31.45 per hour Umbrella

Shift Pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off (12-hour shifts)

• Day 1 & 2: 06:00 - 18:00
• Day 3 & 4: 18:00 - 06:00

Please be aware that both the shift pattern and shift premium pay rate may be subject to change in line with client requirements.

Reference: J37402859

Duties:

• Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings.
• Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly.
• Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws.
• Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds.
• Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content.
• Perform radiographic analysis of components.
• Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams.
• Ensure internal and external audit compliance to standards including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Compliance to Health and Safety procedures by ensuring all safety metrics are achieved, including identifying safety hazards and risks and supporting implementation of corrective action.
• Adhere to local working documents and lab practices, e.g. 5S, Local Work Instructions, Autonomous Maintenance Tasks, Risk & COSHH assessments.
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested.

Skills:

• Experienced in using preparation equipment (e.g. bandsaws, abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, etching).
• Previous experience incorporating knowledge and practical operation of materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness, tensile, composition, cleanliness, FTIR, OES, DSC, RFU. Etc.).
• Metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium, and experience in applying this know-how.
• Able to interpret Engineering drawings and Specifications.
• Computer skills – experienced using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Previous experience in interpreting X-Rays and CT scans.
• A working knowledge of welding (MIG/TIG/CMT).
• CSWIP weld inspection experience.
• Use of ultrasonic equipment/PAUT for spot weld measurement.

Education Required:

• Minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering, science or welding field.

Desirable:

• Ultrasonic/PAUT level 2 qualified
• CSWIP Visual Weld Inspector qualified
• Degree/PHD in Metallurgy or Materials subject

Additional information:

• Shift Pattern 4 days on 4 days off (12 hour shift per day)
• 06:00-18:00 Day 1 & Day 2.
• 18:00-06:00 Day 3 & Day 4.
• 4 days off and then cycle repeats.

PLEASE NOTE MANDATORY HEALTH SURVEILLANCE WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE IF SUCCESSFUL:

Audiometry (for hearing quality) and skin condition (due to some of the chemicals they use)

** THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35**

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Please note that our clients are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

CS Technical Staffing Ltd acts as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.