Laboratory Technician
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LocationExeter, DEV, United Kingdom
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentOperations
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 17, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
A good attitude to working safely and demonstrates the values of Howmet Aerospace
A science background with good mathematical and computer skills
Ability to interpret results and make decisions on alloy chemistry adjustments within the scope of the role
Flexibility to work within a small team to provide 24/7 laboratory cover
Meticulous, with exceptional attention to detail
Able to work alone, self-sufficiently, and independently prioritise tasks
Good verbal and written communication skills
This role may be subject to export control restrictions, including under ITAR. Any offer of employment will be conditional on the successful candidate meeting the applicable legal requirements for access to controlled information or technology
Skills
LIMS
Optimat
Combustion
Optical emission
X-ray Fluorescence
Laboratory Technician - Howmet Aerospace Careers
Job Info
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Job Identification: 118641
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Job Category: Operations
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Posting Date: 08/17/2026, 12:37 PM
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Locations: Alcoa Europe, Exeter, DEV, EX2 7LG, GB (On-site)
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Job Schedule: Full time
Responsibilities
An opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Technician within the Alloy Plant. This role operates on a 3-shift rotation, and reports to the Laboratory Supervisor.
From October this role will be moving to a continental working pattern.
Your main responsibilities will include:
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Analysis of alloy samples by instrumental techniques using; Combustion, Optical emission and X-ray Fluorescence techniques. Samples include preliminary melt samples, certification samples, and remelt samples from casting plants and external customers
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Preparation of samples for analysis
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Routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
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Routine standardisation of laboratory equipment
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Maintaining 5S within laboratory
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Inputting of results to LIMS
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Calculating bath additions during heat manufacture using LIMS and Optimat
Qualifications
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A good attitude to working safely and demonstrates the values of Howmet Aerospace
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A science background with good mathematical and computer skills
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Ability to interpret results and make decisions on alloy chemistry adjustments within the scope of the role
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Flexibility to work within a small team to provide 24/7 laboratory cover
•
Meticulous, with exceptional attention to detail
•
Able to work alone, self-sufficiently, and independently prioritise tasks
•
Good verbal and written communication skills
Please note that this role may be subject to export control restrictions, including under ITAR. Any offer of employment will be conditional on the successful candidate meeting the applicable legal requirements for access to controlled information or technology