Quality Control Technician

Artemis Clarke Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Senex Recruitment is supporting a manufacturing organisation in the UK to recruit a Quality Control & Administration Technician. You will help with quality assurance activities, laboratory testing, documentation control, and continuous improvement across the production process.

The role suits a scientifically minded individual who enjoys practical testing and administrative tasks. Training is provided to develop expertise in quality systems, compliance documentation, and cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Minimum of A-level standard education in a science-related subject.
• Previous experience in quality control, laboratory testing, manufacturing, or a technical environment.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and testing methods.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with different departments.
• IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive and methodical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Quality control testing - carry out testing on raw materials, work-in-progress products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Laboratory activities - use laboratory and testing equipment to analyse material properties and verify product performance.
• Quality records and data management - record, maintain, and archive quality test results, observations, and supporting documentation.
• Documentation control - maintain quality documentation, safety information, and technical records within company systems.
• Sample management - store, organise, and retain material samples for traceability and future testing requirements.
• Calibration and laboratory support - assist with calibration checks, laboratory housekeeping, and maintaining an organised working environment.
• Customer and technical support - support investigations into product-related enquiries and provide technical information where required.
• Continuous improvement - contribute to quality improvements, laboratory procedures, and ongoing compliance initiatives.
• Health, safety and environmental compliance - support quality, environmental, and health & safety objectives across the business.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Process improvement

Attention to detail

Education

A-level science subject

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senex Recruitment is supporting a manufacturing organisation seeking a Quality Control & Administration Technician to support quality assurance activities, laboratory testing, documentation control, and continuous improvement processes.

About this Role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific, laboratory, quality control, or manufacturing background who enjoys a combination of practical testing, administration, and process improvement. Working within a quality-focused manufacturing environment, you will perform quality control testing, maintain technical documentation, support laboratory activities, and contribute to maintaining high product and compliance standards. Training will be provided, making this role suitable for candidates looking to build their career in quality, laboratory, or technical compliance functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality control testing - carry out testing on raw materials, work-in-progress products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Laboratory activities - use laboratory and testing equipment to analyse material properties and verify product performance.
• Quality records and data management - record, maintain, and archive quality test results, observations, and supporting documentation.
• Documentation control - maintain quality documentation, safety information, and technical records within company systems.
• Sample management - store, organise, and retain material samples for traceability and future testing requirements.
• Calibration and laboratory support - assist with calibration checks, laboratory housekeeping, and maintaining an organised working environment.
• Customer and technical support - support investigations into product-related enquiries and provide technical information where required.
• Continuous improvement - contribute to quality improvements, laboratory procedures, and ongoing compliance initiatives.
• Health, safety and environmental compliance - support quality, environmental, and health & safety objectives across the business.

Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum of A-level standard education in a science-related subject.
• Previous experience in quality control, laboratory testing, manufacturing, or a technical environment.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and testing methods.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with different departments.
• IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive and methodical approach to problem solving.

Desirable: experience within manufacturing, construction materials, coatings, chemicals, or related industries; knowledge of quality management systems; experience working in a laboratory environment; familiarity with documentation control processes; understanding of COSHH or compliance documentation.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Full training and development provided.
• Opportunity to develop quality assurance and laboratory skills.
• Supportive team environment.
• Exposure to manufacturing, quality, and compliance processes.
• Career development opportunities within quality and technical functions.