Materials Testing Technician required, based in Warrington. Requiring a degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry (or similar). Recent graduates encouraged to apply.Title: Materials Testing TechnicianLocation: WarringtonSalary: £27,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)Term: PermanentSRG are working with a global chemical manufacturer who are leaders in several speciality and high-performance chemical markets. Due to expansion, they are now hiring for a Materials Testing Technician to join the Technical Team, supporting the Senior Materials Chemist with the physical testing and thermal analysis testing of polymer materials. The analysis completed will support new product development and application development of polymer-based products. Recent graduates of Chemistry, Materials Science or Polymer Science are encouraged to apply. Alternatively, this role will suit candidates that are looking to enhance their career within a global chemical manufacturing business. Benefits: A forward-thinking business with lots of recent investment into their laboratory facilities. Full training and mentoring will be. 27 days holiday, increasing with length of service, plus 8 bank holidays. 37.5 working hours, 8.30am to 4.30pm (flexible), Monday to Friday. Excellent pension scheme, private health care, annual bonus, Cycle to Work scheme. Role / Description Prepare and analyse polymer test samples including physical testing and thermal analysisTechniques used include tensile testing, impact testing, abrasion testing, rheometry testing as well as heat distortion temperature analysisComplete analytical and technical documentation and reports upon completion of analysisSupport in the maintenance and calibration of instrumentation and equipment RequirementsA degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry (or similar) or proven industrial experienceProven industrial experience of materials testing is advantageous but not requiredKnowledge of polymeric materials including rubbers, polyurethanes, and plasticsFor more information regarding this position, please call Chris Beckenham on 0161 526 1898.Keywords: chemistry, chemist, analyst, analytical, analyse, analysis, testing, laboratory, chemicals, polymer, graduate, materials science, materials testing, tensile, strength, rheometry, rubber, polyurethane, plastic, impact testing, abrasion testing, thermal analysis