Manufacturing Laboratory Technician

Adecco Portugal; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

A Manufacturing Laboratory Technician role based in Edgbaston is seeking a dedicated individual to join our client’s life sciences team. This temporary position offers a full-time schedule (Mon-Fri 08:00-16:30) with an hourly rate of £13.53 and a 12-month contract length.

Responsibilities include managing workloads to published plans, maintaining materials, executing equipment-related activities, conducting process training, and supporting ELISA and RID kit production, all while adhering to SOPs

Qualifications

• GCSE level or a relevant degree is required.
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment is essential.
• Experience with workload management or planning is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage workload according to a published plan.
• Ensure materials are available and transacted efficiently to complete assigned work.
• Own and execute scheduled activities for designated equipment, area, or function.
• Routinely conduct training on specific processes within the team.
• Manufacture and test ELISA kit components and support RID kit production.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

GCSE or relevant degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Opportunity: Manufacturing Laboratory Technician
Location: Edgbaston
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: £13.53
Contract Length: 12 months
Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the life sciences sector? Our client, a leader in diagnostic products, is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic team in Edgbaston. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to world‑class diagnostic solutions that drive global progress!

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the performance of innovative products. Your contributions will uphold the organisation's reputation for excellence and groundbreaking ideas.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage your workload according to a published plan.
• Ensure materials are available and efficiently transacted to complete assigned work.
• Own and execute scheduled activities for designated equipment, area, or function.
• Routinely conduct training on specific processes within the team.
• Manufacture and test ELISA kit components and support the production of RID kit components.

Keys to Success

• Take responsibility for your work to ensure it is completed 'right first time.'
• Utilise your knowledge and skills to troubleshoot and suggest effective mitigation measures.
• Set and meet goals, and maintain deadlines with a proactive approach.
• Identify and implement improvement initiatives across all aspects of your work.

Requirements

• Education: GCSE level with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, or a relevant degree.
• Essential: Previous experience in a laboratory environment.
• Preferred: Experience in workload management and planning.
• Skills: Proven documentation, communication, and digital literacy.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proficient in computer applications, particularly MS Excel.
• Practical knowledge of units of measurement and basic mathematical skills.

Physical Requirements

• Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and chemical hygiene.
• Ability to handle solutions and chemicals safely.
• Capable of lifting objects up to 20 kilogrammes.
• Willingness to work overtime at short notice, including weekends, to support the department as needed.

Legal / EEO Statements

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.