Laboratory Technician (weekend work)

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

Job summary

A food manufacturer in York is seeking a Laboratory Technician for permanent weekend work from Saturday to Tuesday. The ideal candidate will perform analytical testing and quality assurance, ensuring compliance with food safety protocols. Candidates should have relevant experience in lab environments and reside within commuting distance.

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 on raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Conduct hygiene monitoring and uphold lab safety standards.

Skills

Analytical testing

Quality assurance

Process improvement

Food safety protocols

Education

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

Job description

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Elevation Recruitment Group

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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.