Quality Lab Technician Location: Aycliffe Contract: Temporary - initially 3 months (potential to extend depending on demand) Start Date: ASAP Pay & Hours Pay Rate: £17.75 per hour -(£14.38 basic £3.37 shift allowance) Hours: 39 hours per week Shift Pattern:3‑shift rotation 2pm-10pm (required for this role) 10pm-6am 6am-2pm Site Based: 5 days per week Overtime: Weekend overtime opportunities available Role Overview We are seeking a Quality Lab Technician to support increased demand at the Aycliffe site. Reporting to the Lab Leader, this role focuses on quality testing and resale approval of products manufactured on site and off site. You will work with specialist laboratory and particulate test equipment, supporting filtration and carbon‑based product testing. Full training will be provided on site‑specific test methods and procedures. Key Responsibilities Operate quality testing equipment and systems in line with site procedures Conduct quality testing on site and off‑site manufactured products Control shipping release and ensure testing deadlines are met Communicate non‑conformances promptly to relevant manufacturing areas Adhere to all site EHS policies and procedures at all times Accurately record, analyse, and report test data Work independently when required while supporting the wider Quality team Skills & Experience Required Previous Quality or Laboratory experience (strong advantage) Familiarity with laboratory or test equipment Technical understanding and ability to learn client‑specific test methods Strong attention to detail with good data analysis skills Competent IT skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Ability to produce clear, accurate reports Confident communicator at all levels of the organisation Able to work alone using initiative and as part of a team Flexible and committed to working a rotating shift pattern Desirable Knowledge & Experience Experience with SPC, SAP, DPQX Knowledge of Product RSFs and Quality standards Understanding of continuous improvement and root cause analysis EHS‑focused mindset with experience in behavioural safety programmes (e.g. SEE & ACT) Familiarity with Outlook, SAP, e‑Matrix Mathematically competent with good organisational skills Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser