* Job Reference:
* Date Posted: 23 September 2025
* Recruiter: Eikon Ltd
* Location: Lancaster, Lancashire
* Salary: On Application
* Sector: Business development, Print
Job Description
Quality Assurance Lab Assistant
Location: Lancaster (Laboratory-based)
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Eikon is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance Lab Assistant to join our Laboratory team in Lancaster. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory or quality assurance experience who wants to grow within a collaborative and innovative environment.
About Eikon
Based in Lancaster, Eikon is a leading manufacturer and supplier of materials for visual communication. With over 40 years of expertise and well-known brands like ImagePerfect, our products are trusted worldwide and used across signage, graphics, and decorative applications from walls and windows to vehicles and floors.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct hands-on product testing (adhesion, shrinkage, viscosity, colour, print compatibility)
* Analyse test data, prepare reports, and highlight trends or anomalies
* Support new product development with application testing and feedback
* Ensure compliance with quality standards, audits, and regulatory requirements
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Eikon and the wider Spandex Group
Qualifications & Experience
* 2-3 years' experience in a laboratory or quality assurance role (manufacturing/product development preferred)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Familiarity with lab equipment (tensiometer, viscometer, lab ovens)
* Qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science, or similar (bachelor's degree an advantage)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office; data analysis tools are a plus
Key Competencies
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Methodical approach to planning and documentation
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
* Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Full-time, permanent position with career development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* The chance to play a key role in ensuring the quality of products distributed globally
Interested in joining us?
We'd love to hear from you. Apply directly via LinkedIn.
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