Laboratory Technician (weekend work)

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

Job summary

A well-established food manufacturer in Southampton is seeking a Laboratory Technician for permanent weekend work. The role involves performing analytical testing, maintaining records, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates should have previous lab experience and a science-based qualification.

Qualifications

• Previous lab or QA/QC experience in food manufacturing.
• Understanding of laboratory testing methods and food safety protocols.
• A science-based qualification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and quality checks on materials and products.
• Maintain records and documentation.
• Support NPD activities and conduct hygiene monitoring.

Skills

Analytical Testing

Quality Checks

Process Improvement

Laboratory Safety

Documentation

Education

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

Job description

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Laboratory Technician (weekend work), Southampton

Client:

Elevation Recruitment Group

Location:

Southampton, 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

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 working over 4 days, specifically permanent weekend work from Saturday to Tuesday, 7am to 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 New Product Development (NPD) activities
• Conduct hygiene monitoring and uphold lab safety and 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.