Laboratory Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Take your first steps into laboratory work and play a part in helping us create World-Class textile products.
Rotating shift pattern
7 shifts every 14 days
Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
Week 2: Wed, Thurs
6.00am to 6.00pm (with a 45-minute unpaid break)
What will you be doing as a Laboratory Technician at Heathcoat Fabrics?
Our Textile Lab prepares and tests raw materials and finished fabric to exacting specifications for product release. It provides accurate and reliable data for product development and continuous improvement across the business. The responsibilities of the role include preparing samples and carrying out physical and chemical testing, recording test data accurately and ensuring equipment is working safely and calibrated correctly.
This position is an ideal step into laboratory work and the Textile Industry; no previous experience is necessary.
To apply, you should be able to demonstrate:
- a minimum GCSE or equivalent in science and maths
- excellent attention to detail
- good communication, both written and verbal
- good hand dexterity
- good arithmetic skills
Please let us know if you also have the following desirable experience and knowledge:
- experience in using Microsoft Office applications
- experience of working in a similar environment
- knowledge of manufacturing laboratory good practice
What you can expect from us
- Engaging work culture
- Environmentally conscious company
- Company Profit Share Scheme
- Company Contribution Pension Plan
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Enhanced maternity benefits
- Fulfilling career opportunities
- Contribute to high-profile textile projects
- Canteen
- 34 days holiday per year
- On-site car and cycle parking
- Tech and Cycle Schemes
- Discounts with participating local shops and businesses
- Privately owned, debt-free company
For further information on this vacancy please contact:
Amy Gear, HR Graduate,Heathcoat Fabrics Limited,
Westexe, Tiverton EX16 5LL UK Email: human.resources@heathcoat.co.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Laboratory Technician roles across Heathcoat Fabrics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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