Laboratory Technician

Position: Metallurgical Laboratory Technician Location: South Yorkshire, Sheffield, Rotherham Sector: Metals testing / materials design & development Salary: Negotiable according to experience Hybrid: No, this is office based in South Yorkshire Visa Support: No. UK passport holders only as security clearance may be required

About Us

Innoval provides research, technology and innovation consultancy services to the global aluminium industry and related sectors, including automotive, aerospace, packaging and construction. As part of the Danieli Group, we combine deep materials knowledge with practical manufacturing expertise to help clients improve products, processes, sustainability and operational performance.

Through our ambitious Innoval 2030 growth plan, we are investing in the development of our people, capabilities and client offering, with the aim of accelerating sustainable growth and extending the value of our expertise into selected sectors beyond aluminium.

Our multidisciplinary team works across metallurgy, materials characterisation, surfaces and coatings, advanced manufacturing, process modelling, sustainable development, best-practice transfer and technical training. The role is based at Innoval's state-of-the-art facility at the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Rotherham. Purpose of

the role

The Metallurgical Technician will provide practical laboratory and project support to the Materials Design & Development service group. The role focuses on preparing representative samples, carrying out routine metallurgical and mechanical testing, following documented laboratory procedures, and producing accurate, traceable data for review and interpretation by Materials Technologists, Engineers and Consultants.

This is a hands-on, development-oriented position for someone who takes pride in careful practical work, reliable results and good laboratory discipline. The postholder will work as part of project teams and will flex their support across the group to help deliver client work safely, efficiently and to the required quality standard. Key accountabilities and

responsibilities

Prepare material samples for various methods of assessment and testing, ensuring identification and traceability is maintained. Carry out routine metallographic assessments, mechanical & surface testing techniques within a UKAS accredited laboratory Operate within the laboratory and workshop in accordance with established risk assessments, procedures, and standards.

Record and compile results for technical review and use within external customer reports and presentations. Take ownership of personal workload, communicating progress and constraints, completing assigned work within agreed timescales.

Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory methods, housekeeping, safety and operations systems. Work collaboratively across Innoval, providing practical support to colleagues when project prior...

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