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Technical Administrator

Bridgwater
3 weeks ago
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Technical Administrator 
Manufacturing
Up to £35k plus benefits

We are looking to recruit an Innovations Technical Administrator for a niche specialist manufacturer based in Bridgwater, whose products are used globally.  This is an excellent opportunity to help develop the future of the business at what is an exciting period of growth.
Main purpose of the role:  To provide administrative and analytical support, to enable the Innovations Technologists and Scientists to concentrate on developing new products.

The successful candidate will have previous  Quality / Technical / laboratory administration and testing  skills and main responsibilities will include

·Supporting the innovations team with administrative and analytical support.
·Creating and maintain filing and recording systems for all works streams
·Arranging dates and time for trials with the Operations and Planning team.
·Ensuring the correct materials and documentation is available ahead of the trial to allow the Innovations Technologist to carry out trials in a timely manner.
·Infrequently attending trials outside of core office hours
·Collecting samples, accurately record sample data, date & time of production, products codes, and trial information needed for the trial library.
·Co-ordinate meetings as directed, including booking meeting rooms and refreshments.
·Carry out low levels testing and record results accurately
·Carry out analysis on trial data as directed.
·Maintain the Innovations samples library, document sample data as directed and store samples safely for easy retrieval
 
The successful Technical Administrator may have previous experience working in a Quality Laboratory, Research and Development team role or textile manufacturing, food & drink manufacturing, pharmaceutical.  This role is commutable from Bridgwater, Taunton, Exeter, Bristol, Weston Super Mare, Honiton, Cheddar, Highbridge, Clevedon
 
 Relevant UK permanent work visa is essential

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