Laboratory Technician (weekend work)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Edinburgh is seeking a Laboratory Technician for permanent weekend work. The role involves analytical testing, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates have prior lab experience and relevant qualifications in science. This position is vital for ensuring product quality and safety in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Previous lab or QA/QC experience, ideally in food manufacturing.
• Understanding of laboratory testing methods and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and quality checks on materials and products.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Support process improvement and new product development.

Skills

Analytical testing

Quality assurance

Hygiene monitoring

Process improvement

Education

Science-based qualification (degree, HND, A-levels)

Job description

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Laboratory Technician (weekend work), Edinburgh

Client:

Elevation Recruitment Group

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

A well-established, family-run food manufacturer based in the York area is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its small, dedicated technical team.

Please note, this role involves over 4 days and is permanent weekend work Saturday-Tuesday, 7-4pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing and quality checks on incoming raw materials and finished products
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Support process improvement and NPD activities
• Conduct hygiene monitoring and uphold lab safety/cleanliness standards
• Liaise with production, technical, and process teams to ensure quality expectations are met

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous lab or QA/QC experience, ideally within the food manufacturing sector
• Understanding of laboratory testing methods and food safety protocols
• A science-based qualification (degree, HND, A-levels) or equivalent experience

Please note, we are only considering candidates who currently live within a commutable distance to the site.