Summer Opportunity Laboratory Assistant – Quality Control
Location: Ledbury. Starts available from 15th June until the end of August.
Pay: £32,043 pro rata (£15.31 per hour). Fixed‑term summer project. Full‑time, 12‑hour shifts (days, nights & weekends). Day shift 06:00‑18:00. Night shift 18:00‑06:00.
The Role
As a Laboratory Assistant, you will support quality control in a busy soft fruit milling environment, gaining valuable hands‑on lab experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Act as the key contact for QC lab activities during your shift.
* Carry out daily equipment checks to keep everything running smoothly.
* Sample and prepare materials from production lines.
* Perform wet chemistry testing.
* Conduct fruit quality checks (weight, condition, Brix).
* Compare results against specifications and flag any issues.
* Accurately record data in SAP systems.
* Manage lab stock and chemical inventory.
* Keep the lab clean, safe, and organised.
* Support both Quality and Production teams.
What We're Looking For
* Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
* Confident with computers (SAP experience is a bonus).
* Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
* Good communication skills.
* Previous lab or production testing experience (helpful but not essential).
What You’ll Gain
* Valuable hands‑on lab experience in a real production setting.
* Exposure to quality control processes in the food industry.
* A supportive, team‑focused environment.
* A great addition to your CV for future science or manufacturing roles.
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