Production Operative

Sterling Recruitment Services; Osmotherley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Recruitment Services in Middlesbrough is seeking a Laboratory Production Operative to support laboratory testing, product development and production activities for a technology business. You will work alongside scientists and engineers, assisting with experiments and sample preparation while ensuring smooth lab operations.

The role expects attention to detail, good IT skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, including stock management and housekeeping

Qualifications

• Good IT skills and confident using email.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with manual handling and general housekeeping duties.
• Good organisational and stock control skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory experiments and development of materials.
• Prepare and test samples in line with requirements.
• Support scientific testing and production activities.
• Accurately record and maintain laboratory data.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised lab and working environment.
• Manage stock levels and ensure materials are available.
• Work closely with colleagues across departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Manual handling

Stock control

Driving licence

Organisation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sterling Recruitment Services are now recruiting for a Laboratory Production Operative to support laboratory testing, product development and production activities for our client's technology business based in Middlesbrough.

Working alongside experienced scientists and engineers, you will assist with experiments, sample preparation and testing, while helping ensure laboratory and production operations run efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with laboratory experiments and the development of innovative construction materials.
• Prepare and test samples in line with company and client requirements.
• Support scientific testing and production activities.
• Accurately record and maintain laboratory data.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised laboratory and working environment.
• Manage stock levels and ensure materials and supplies are readily available.
• Work closely with colleagues across different departments.

Skills & Experience Required

• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, and confident using email.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with manual handling and general housekeeping duties.
• Good organisational and stock control skills.
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable (but not essential):

• Valid FLT licence