Manufacturing Technician II — Lab Operations (Onsite)

Randstad Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Group in Birmingham is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II to support daily production operations in a controlled environment. You will handle planned workloads, ensure material availability, and operate key lab equipment to maintain quality standards.

The role requires at least GCSE or a life science degree, hands-on lab experience, and strong MS Excel/use of SOPs. Overtime and weekend coverage may be required to meet department needs.

Qualifications

• Education: GCSE level education with at least 1 year of relevant experience, OR a degree in a relevant life science subject.
• Experience: Essential hands-on experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Skills: Strong digital literacy (including MS Excel), accurate documentation skills, and the ability to strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Technical Aptitude: Basic mathematical skills and a practical knowledge of units of measurement.
• Physical & Environmental: Comfortable handling chemical solutions, following strict chemical hygiene standards, and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Ability to lift up to 20 kg as required by essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage your daily workload against a published manufacturing plan.
• Monitor and manage material inventory to ensure stock is available and correctly transacted for assigned work.
• Operate, maintain, and own scheduled activities for designated laboratory equipment, work areas, or functions.
• Perform routine data collection and process-checking activities to ensure quality compliance.
• Proactively identify and assist with implementing process improvement initiatives across the department.

Skills

Accurate documentation

SOP adherence

MS Excel

Education

GCSE or Life Science Degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Randstad Group in Birmingham is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II to support daily production operations in a controlled environment. You will handle planned workloads, ensure material availability, and operate key lab equipment to maintain quality standards.

The role requires at least GCSE or a life science degree, hands-on lab experience, and strong MS Excel/use of SOPs. Overtime and weekend coverage may be required to meet department needs.