Quality Technician

PE Global; Newport; On-site; GBP 16,820 - 23,529; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-national Pharma client based in Newport is seeking a Quality Technician to support laboratory operations and quality assurance under ISO 17025 standards. This contract role requires a degree in Life Sciences and practical lab experience, particularly in pipetting and chemical handling. The position offers a pay rate between £12.21 and £17.08 per hour, depending on experience, with a rotating shift schedule. Interested candidates must submit their CV to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with lab work to ISO 17025 standard.
• Comfortable working with chemicals in a lab setting.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory operations and quality assurance within an ISO 17025 environment.
• Log and scan samples into proprietary applications/databases.
• Conduct cell lysis and calibrate scientific equipment.

Skills

Strong pipetting skills

Effective communication skills

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Attention to detail

Exceptional organisational skills

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or a relevant field

Job description

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Quality Technician for a leading multi-national Pharma client based in Newport.

Position Overview

Contract Length: 11 months (initial)

Pay rate: £12.21 per hour to £17.08 per hour, depending on experience.

Hours: rotating between 08:00‑16:00 and 09:00‑17:00.

Visa: Candidates must have the correct UK work visa. Client cannot sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory operations, specimen processing, and quality assurance within an ISO 17025 environment.
• Perform tasks related to the processing and analysis of test specimens.
• Safely lift and transfer laboratory samples and equipment (up to 15 kg) using correct techniques; manual handling training will be provided.
• Work regularly in cold environments (e.g., cold rooms, freezers, or chilled storage areas) and wear protective clothing as required.
• Log and scan samples into proprietary applications/databases, update task management systems, perform initial quality controls, and store samples appropriately.
• Process sample data received from clients and monitor data completeness, providing feedback to the Technical Account Executive.
• Receive and catalogue supplies, including reagents and chemicals, into the lab.
• Perform in‑house quality measurements and calibrate scientific equipment.
• Conduct cell lysis.
• Prepare reagents and maintain reagent/chemical stock levels.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences or a relevant field.
• Experience with lab work to ISO 17025 standard.
• Strong pipetting skills and experience.
• Comfortable working with chemicals in a lab setting.
• Effective communication skills to convey and receive information.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional organisational skills.

How to Apply

Send an updated CV to [e-mail].

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Science and Quality Assurance

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing