Quality Control Lab Technician - Weekend Shift

Science Solutions Recruitment Ltd; Golborne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift

Training & development

Manufacturing environment

Career development

Job summary

Science Solutions Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join a busy manufacturing operation in Wigan on a permanent weekend shift (Friday–Sunday). The role focuses on testing raw materials, in-process and finished products to ensure quality, with calibration and documentation responsibilities across the laboratory and production teams.

Ideal candidates will have a BTEC/HNC in Chemistry and prior QC/lab experience, with strong attention to detail, good

Qualifications

• BTEC, HNC or equivalent qualification in Chemistry.
• Previous experience within a Quality Control or laboratory environment.
• Experience carrying out routine laboratory testing and quality inspections.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Good organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Comfortable working within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final product testing in accordance with approved specifications.
• Test incoming raw materials to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Prepare pre-shipment samples and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Carry out calibration activities in line with equipment schedules and procedures.
• Complete inspection and testing activities in accordance with manufacturing instructions.
• Identify non-conforming products, materials and processes and support corrective actions.
• Issue process adjustment recommendations to production teams where required.
• Support project work and product development activities when assigned.
• Provide test method training to operators and designated personnel.
• Investigate customer complaints, process failures and quality-related issues.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, reports and quality documentation.
• Report incidents, abnormalities and quality concerns to senior personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality standards at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

BTEC/HNC in Chemistry

Job description

Science Solutions Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join a busy manufacturing operation in Wigan on a permanent weekend shift (Friday–Sunday). The role focuses on testing raw materials, in-process and finished products to ensure quality, with calibration and documentation responsibilities across the laboratory and production teams.

Ideal candidates will have a BTEC/HNC in Chemistry and prior QC/lab experience, with strong attention to detail, good