Assistant Laboratory Technician (Quality Control)
Location: Dukinfield
This is a temporary to permanent role.
Hours: 06:15 - 18:30 Monday-Thursday (must be willing to work nights if required)
Are you looking to build your career in a laboratory or manufacturing environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy Quality Control team as an Assistant Laboratory Technician, supporting daily testing, reporting, and production quality activities.
The Role
You will work within the QC laboratory, carrying out routine product testing, supporting production teams, and ensuring manufactured products meet customer and internal standards. The role also includes operational cover for development or production staff when needed.
What You'll Be Doing
Carry out routine QC testing on raw materials, in‑process samples and finished products
Record, analyse and interpret test results to ensure product conformity
Release finished products once checks meet specification
Maintain equipment and perform basic calibration checks
Prepare and send QC reports to customers
Escalate non-conformances and support root‑cause investigations
Work closely with Production Supervisors to maintain consistent product quality
Assist the technical team with weighing, mixing and development activities
Provide cover for development technicians or production operatives when required
Follow all health & safety and ISO compliance proceduresWhat We're Looking For
Essential:
Experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment in desirable but not essential
Ability to follow technical procedures accurately
Strong attention to detail
Must have A to C in Maths, English and Science GCSE
Confident communicator (written & verbal)
Computer literate (Excel, Word, email)
Team player who can work well with production and technical staffPersonal Qualities
Reliable, proactive and willing to learn
Flexible and able to adapt to a fast‑paced environment
Positive, solution‑focused attitude
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