Laboratory Technician 📍 Location: Purfleet 📄 Contract: 6 Months (Initial) → Permanent Opportunity if Successful 💰 Pay: £18.02/hr (Day Shifts) | £20.57/hr (Rotating Shifts) 🕒 Type: Full-time, Contract Looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment? We're seeking a Laboratory Technician to join a leading manufacturing business. This is your chance to play a key role in maintaining product quality and supporting innovation. Start on day shifts before moving to a rotating pattern-with competitive pay and the potential to secure a permanent position. What You'll Do Carry out routine testing and analysis to ensure products meet quality standards. Accurately record and report results using internal systems. Identify and document any non-conforming products. Manage samples-receiving, storing, and dispatching for further testing. Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (training provided). Maintain accurate stock records using Excel-based systems. Support continuous improvement and development projects.What We're Looking For Previous laboratory experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Knowledge of analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC) is a plus. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Good communication and a methodical approach to work. Physically fit (handling samples up to 12.5kg). Comfortable working safely with chemicals. ...