Laboratory Technician (weekend work)

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run food manufacturer in the York area seeks a Laboratory Technician for weekend work (Saturday-Tuesday, 7-4pm). The ideal candidate will have prior lab or QA/QC experience within food manufacturing and a relevant science-based qualification. Key responsibilities include performing analytical testing, maintaining documentation, and conducting hygiene monitoring.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and quality checks on materials and products.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Conduct hygiene monitoring and uphold lab safety standards.

Skills

Analytical testing

Quality assurance

Documentation

Food safety protocols

Education

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

Job description

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Laboratory Technician (weekend work), Northampton

Client:

Elevation Recruitment Group

Location:

Northampton, 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 is over 4 days and involves 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 the site.