Laboratory Technician

Lab Technician

Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset

Contract: Temporary (3 Months) with potential to become permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

Rate: £13.50 per hour

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business seeking a Lab Technician to support its Quality team on an initial three-month temporary contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory, testing or scientific experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring products consistently meet quality standards through analytical testing, monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine laboratory testing and analysis in line with established procedures.
• Conduct quality checks on raw materials, in-process products and finished goods.
• Record, interpret and report test results accurately.
• Support production teams by identifying quality issues and recommending corrective actions where required.
• Provide guidance and training on testing procedures and quality standards.
• Ensure testing equipment is maintained, calibrated and used correctly.
• Follow laboratory, quality, hygiene and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Assist with investigations into non-conformances and quality-related concerns.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the laboratory and production areas.

Candidate Requirements Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.
• An understanding of laboratory environments, scientific testing or quality control processes.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good IT and record keeping abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a laboratory, quality assurance or manufacturing environment.
• Basic HACCP awareness.
• A scientific qualification or degree would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience conducting analytical, microbiological or product testing.

What's on Offer

• £13.50 per hour.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend requirement.
• 37.5-hour working week.
• Opportunity to gain valuable laboratory and quality experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Potential for the role to become permanent following the initial temporary contract.