Materials technician Work, Jobs in Tonbridge, Ken (with Salaries)

Laboratory Technician (Materials / Polymers)
Zotefoams —Croydon
- £36,000 a year
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
- Continuous improvement
3d
MET Technician
Activate Group Limited —Royal Tunbridge Wells
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Trainee Materials Testing Laboratory Technician
M & H Testing Limited —Maidstone
- £25,000 - £29,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- No experience needed
- Analysis skills
- Free parking
Quick apply
6d
Materials Site Technician
Construction Testing Solutions —Maidstone
- Weekend availability
- Laboratory experience
- No experience needed
- Travel
Architectural Technician
Designed Search —Tonbridge
- £37,000 - £43,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Construction
- Communication skills
Quick apply
Trainee Technician
Nationwide Platforms —Rochester
- £30,000 a year
- Annual leave
10d
Materials Technician
FM Conway —Gravesend
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Quick apply
3d
Quarry Operator
Sibelco —Bletchingley
- English
- No degree
Quick apply
MPV Fitter
Balfour Beatty —Tonbridge
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Power tools
- Annual leave
11d
Brick Technician
MidKent College —Maidstone
- £25,878 - £29,729 a year
- Full-time
- University
Brick and Multiskills Technician
MidKent College —Maidstone
- £25,878 - £29,729 a year
- Full-time
- University
UG LV Jointers Mate
Equans —Sittingbourne
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Construction
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
R&D Technician
Vertiv —Redhill
- Welding
- Hand tools
- Communication skills
UG LV Jointer
Equans —Sittingbourne
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Construction
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Apprentice Machining Technician
Crosthwaite and Gardiner —Uckfield
- £18,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- In-person
Quick apply
11d
Apprentice Autocare Technician
GTG —Croydon
- Full-time
- Driving
Design Technology Technician
Knole Academy —Sevenoaks
- From £13.97 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor's degree
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Gym membership
Quick apply
10d
Orthotist Apprentice
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £28,392 - £31,157 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- English
3d
QC Laboratory Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Dartford
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
3d
Equipment Technician
Surrey County Council —Reigate
- £36,873 - £39,820 a year
- Call to connect
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Driving
- Annual leave
13d

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Laboratory Technician (Materials / Polymers)

Zotefoams -
Croydon

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Job details

£36,000 a year
3 days ago

Qualifications

Laboratory experience
Microsoft Office
Product development
Continuous improvement
Time management

Full job description

Zotefoams plc is a world leader in cellular material technology, with facilities in Croydon, UK; Kentucky and Oklahoma, USA; Brzeg, Poland; and Jiangsu Province, China (T-FIT).

We produce lightweight foams for a wide range of markets including sports and leisure, aviation, automotive, and healthcare. Zotefoams also owns and licenses patented technology and supplies advanced insulation systems.

The Company is on a strong growth trajectory, with significant revenue and profitability increases in recent years and ambitious plans for the future.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a Polymer Laboratory Technician to join our Innovation team in Croydon. You’ll play a key role in carrying out materials testing, supporting method development and helping us understand how our polymer materials perform across different applications.

This is a hands-on lab role where you’ll generate high-quality data, interpret results and work closely with engineers and technical teams to support product development and process improvement.

Role Responsibilities:

Carry out materials testing using laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of results
Generate high-quality analytical data to support product development and process optimisation
Interpret test results and present findings clearly to support decision-making
Work from technical specifications and test requirements, ensuring testing is aligned to business needs
Support development and improvement of laboratory test methods
Act as a point of support or trainer for laboratory equipment where required
Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards, including COSHH and risk assessments
Support the creation and maintenance of operating procedures and lab documentation
Identify opportunities to improve testing methods, lab efficiency and data quality
Contribute to technical discussions and continuous improvement initiatives
Support wider team activities and training as required

What you'll need:

Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Materials Science, Chemistry, Polymer Engineering or a related discipline, or relevant laboratory experience
Experience working in a laboratory environment, ideally in materials testing or product development
Understanding of analytical testing methods and laboratory best practice
Knowledge of polymers or materials science

What were looking for?

Strong attention to detail and a focus on data accuracy
A practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving
Someone who can interpret technical data and communicate findings clearly
A proactive mindset with an interest in continuous improvement
Good organisation and time management skills
A collaborative team player who can work across technical teams
Confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and laboratory systems

Why Join Us?

At Zotefoams, we believe in fostering a supportive and innovative environment where everybody can thrive. By joining us, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our Values

Courage - The courage to take bold action to ensure that we succeed in tackling our challenges and opportunities.

Impact – Dedicated to making a significant and positive impact in everything we do.

Respect - Cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and collaboration is encouraged.

Zotefoams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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