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Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position of Metallographic Technician

Main Purpose of the Role
To study the physical microstructure of metals and alloys, often via microscopy. Analysing for understanding the mechanical properties of materials, including grain size, crystal structure, and the presence of any defects such as cracks or non-metallic inclusions. Metallography plays a crucial role in the business.
Key Accountabilities:
* Interpret requirements from work route cards/test instruction paperwork.
* Metallographic specimen selection, preparation, and etching.
* Perform macrographic and micrographic examinations to the relevant standards.
* Prepare, handle, and dispose of chemicals/solutions ensuring that all work is done in line with Health and safety and quality standards.
* Assist in failure and non-conformance investigations.
* Complete reports and other information as required for data interpretation.
* Control the archiving of metallographic test samples.
Skills and Experience
* Educated either to A level standard in a science-based subject or equivalent
* Experience in a laboratory environment
* A good working knowledge in the application and function of microscopy and metallography
* ISO/IEC 17025
Desirable
A degree in materials science or a relevant engineering subject would be desirable,
Benefits include:
* Competitive pay.
* Holidays you will have 33 days holiday, including bank holidays.
* Pension scheme to provide its employees a good foundation for the life after work and hence offers a 5% contribution. The pension scheme comes along with further discounts on health, travel, and rescue insurances.
* Bonus scheme this is linked to team and company performance.
* Westfield cash plan level 1 health cash plan which comes along with numerous discounts and special offers, including gym discounts, online, high street and grocery retailers and many more.
* Death in service payment, full company sick pay and long service rewards.
* Tax efficiency schemes: Childcare vouchers and Cycle to Work.
* Free work wear and PPE.
* On-site parking is available.
* Focus on wellbeing and mental health awareness.
* Trust encourage ideas and get the most out of your job with us.
* Development offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career.
Work hours : Monday to Friday
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time.
Location: Hillsborough, Sheffield.
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits