At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct quality control testing and support laboratory operations in a modern environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic materials testing laboratory in Chorley.
- Benefits: Earn £28,000 per annum with full training and career progression.
- Other info: Enjoy a fast-paced environment with rotating shifts and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in Quality Control with hands-on experience and a supportive team.
- Qualifications: A-Level Science qualifications or previous lab experience required.
Location: Chorley
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Contract: 12 Week Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Hours: Full Time
Shift Pattern: Following an initial training period, you will work a rotating shift pattern:
- Monday to Friday: 06:00 - 14:00
- Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Monday to Thursday: 14:00 - 22:00
- Friday: 12:00 - 20:00
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Quality Control (QC) Assistant to join a busy and modern materials testing laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity for either a recent A-Level Science student looking to begin a career within Quality Control and laboratory testing, or an individual with previous laboratory experience gained within a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, chemical, pharmaceutical, or production environment. Working as part of an experienced and supportive team, you will be responsible for carrying out routine quality control testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet the required quality standards. The role offers comprehensive training, long-term career prospects, and the opportunity to work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
- Quality Control Testing
- Carry out routine quality control testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
- Prepare samples and materials for laboratory testing.
- Perform physical and analytical testing in accordance with established procedures.
- Conduct viscosity testing, dimensional measurements, and other product quality assessments.
- Operate laboratory equipment safely and effectively following training.
- Record, analyse, and report test results accurately.
- Identify and escalate any non-conforming or out-of-specification results.
- Support product release activities by ensuring all testing requirements are completed.
- Laboratory Support
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
- Ensure samples are correctly labelled, stored, and handled.
- Assist with equipment checks, calibration activities, and routine maintenance.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and organisation within the laboratory.
- Support stock control of laboratory consumables and materials.
- Follow all quality, health & safety, and laboratory procedures.
- Continuous Improvement
- Assist with investigations relating to product quality issues.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory and manufacturing environment.
- Work collaboratively with Quality, Production, and Technical teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- A-Level qualifications in a Science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Applied Science or similar) or previous laboratory experience within a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, chemical, pharmaceutical, or production environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Basic computer literacy and confidence working with data.
- Practical, hands-on approach to work.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts following completion of training.
Desirable
- Previous Quality Control (QC) or laboratory experience.
- Experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience using testing or analytical equipment.
- Knowledge of materials testing, viscosity testing, dimensional measurement, GC, DSC, or similar testing techniques.
- Scientific qualifications beyond A-Level standard.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £28,000 per annum
- 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity
- Full training and development programme
- Opportunity to build a long-term career within Quality Control and laboratory operations
- Supportive team environment
- Modern laboratory and manufacturing facilities
- Career progression opportunities for motivated individuals
If you are a motivated Science A-Level leaver looking to start your career, or have existing laboratory experience and are seeking your next challenge within a quality-focused manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.
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