Laboratory Technician (weekend work)

Elevation Recruitment Group; Seaton Ross; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-run food manufacturer is seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join their technical team. This permanent role involves analytical testing, quality checks, and supporting process improvement in a compliant lab environment. Candidates should have prior lab experience and a relevant science qualification, with a commitment to uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and quality checks.
• Maintain accurate records and support process improvement.
• Conduct hygiene monitoring and uphold lab safety standards.

Skills

Analytical Testing

Quality Checks

Process Improvement

Food Safety Protocols

Education

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

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.