Laboratory Technician (weekend work)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established, family-run food manufacturer in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician for weekend work. The role involves performing analytical testing, maintaining documentation, and supporting quality assurance processes to ensure product safety and compliance. Ideal candidates will have previous lab experience and a relevant science qualification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and quality checks on incoming raw materials.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Support process improvement and NPD activities.

Skills

Analytical testing

Quality assurance

Laboratory safety standards

Education

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

Job description

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Laboratory Technician (weekend work), manchester

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Client:

Elevation Recruitment Group

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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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 is over 4 days and 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 that currently live within a commutable distance to site.