People Solutions Group Limited
Assistant Lab Technician – Dukinfield (SK16)
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Assistant Lab Technician to join our well-established client based in Dukinfield.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering genuine long-term work and career progression.
This role will suit candidates who have worked as a Assistant Lab Technician, Laboratory Technician, or Quality Control Technician.
Shift Pattern:
- Monday to Thursday: 06:15 – 18:30
Pay Rate:
- £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Your benefits as an Assistant Lab Technician are:
- Weekly pay
- No weekend work
- Overtime available
- 3-day weekend every week
- On-site parking
Day-to-Day Duties:
Your duties as an Assistant Lab Technician will include:
- Carrying out routine QC testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in line with standard operating procedures
- Accurately recording, analysing, and interpreting test data to determine product conformity
- Performing basic adjustments to product formulations or processes as agreed with Laboratory Management
- Releasing finished products to the despatch team once all control plan requirements are met
- Maintaining testing equipment and ensuring calibration checks are completed as required
- Ensuring manufactured products are released in line with specified requirements
- Using a variety of laboratory equipment and standard operating procedures to carry out routine testing
- Compiling QC reports and sending results to customers promptly and professionally
- Escalating non-conformances or trends indicating potential quality issues to Laboratory Management
- Maintaining clear, accurate, and organised laboratory records and documentation
- Working closely with Production Supervisors to ensure consistent quality on the shop floor
- Providing timely feedback on sample results to avoid delays in manufacturing
- Supporting root-cause investigations into quality issues and contributing to corrective and preventative actions
Essential Skills:
The skills required to be an Assistant Lab Technician are:
- Excellent reliability and punctuality
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- The ability to work well as part of a team
- A positive and proactive attitude
- Experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment (QC experience preferred)
- The ability to follow technical procedures and accurately record data
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work
- Good computer literacy, including Excel, Word, and email
- The ability to work collaboratively with production teams and other departments
Desirable Experience:
- Experience in rubber, polymer, or chemical testing environments
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or other quality management systems
- Experience performing basic process adjustments in a manufacturing setting
Training:
- Industry related training provided and ongoing support throughout
Apply Now:
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an Assistant Lab Technician, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team for more information.
People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
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