Lab Technician Sector: Food Manufacturing Location: Suffolk Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Base Salary: £25,396 per annum Overtime: Available Shifts: Monday to Friday, Days iSQ Recruitment are supporting a well-established Suffolk-based food manufacturer with their search for a proactive and reliable Lab Technician. This isn’t your typical spotless, white-walled laboratory role. You’ll be working in a busy, industrial environment that can be dusty and warm at times, where the lab is located right at the heart of production. It’s a practical, hands-on position that will suit someone who enjoys being active — you’ll be moving around the site regularly, collecting samples and supporting operations to ensure everything runs smoothly. You’ll be a small team of 2, responsible for routine testing of product intake and ensuring products meet strict quality, safety, and customer standards. While previous experience in food manufacturing or a similar testing environment would be advantageous, full on-the-job training will be provided. * Please note: This client does not offer Visa sponsorship. Only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant / transferable experience will be considered. You must also have a full UK driving license and access to own vehicle due to the remote location. Why Join? Job security – significant ongoing investment into the business Comprehensive on-the-job training Opportunity to upskill in other areas of the operation Overtime available Company pension scheme Onsite parking Key Responsibilities: Testing and recording product intake results Taking and analysing weekly and monthly reference samples Producing Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) Maintaining an organised and tidy workspace Accurate data entry and record keeping Supporting other lab and production duties as required Liaising closely with production and quality teams across a busy site About You: Strong attention to detail and accuracy Comfortable working in a non-sterile, industrial environment Physically fit Excellent communication and teamwork skills Self-motivated and adaptable during both busy and quieter periods Computer literate with good record-keeping ability Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle Full Right to Work in the UK If you’re looking for a role that’s a bit different — hands-on, active, and central to production — this Lab Technician position could be the perfect opportunity to develop your skills in a rewarding and growing industry. To discuss further, please click to apply now, submit your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information