At a Glance
- Tasks: Support laboratory operations by processing samples and performing basic admin tasks.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Quest Employment in Northampton.
- Benefits: Earn £12.71 per hour with flexible hours and training provided.
- Other info: Temporary role until the end of October with potential Saturday work.
- Why this job: No experience needed; gain valuable lab skills while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are key.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Location: Northampton, NN4 - Brackmills
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday | 40 hours per week
Working Pattern: 8-hour working day with a 30-minute break
Contract: Temporary | Until the end of October
Saturday Work: Potential Saturday work available if wanted
Quest Employment are currently recruiting for Laboratory Technicians to support a busy laboratory operation based in Brackmills, Northampton. This is a temporary role until the end of October, ideal for reliable candidates who are happy to get stuck in and support a range of laboratory, testing, admin and general operational tasks. No previous laboratory experience is required, as training will be provided. However, candidates with previous laboratory, science, testing, quality, production, food, pharmaceutical or admin experience would be highly beneficial.
The Role
- Supporting the testing and processing of samples
- Carrying out basic laboratory support duties
- Entering sample information and data accurately
- Helping prepare and organise samples for testing
- Supporting with quality checks where required
- Assembling outgoing testing kits for clients
- Creating dispatch labels and preparing items for dispatch
- Moving items and materials around the site
- Completing general admin tasks
- Keeping records and paperwork accurate and up to date
- Cleaning and maintaining work areas and equipment
- Following health and safety procedures at all times
- Supporting the wider laboratory team with any reasonable tasks
What We're Looking For
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking
- Happy to get stuck in and support different tasks
- Good attention to detail
- Confident using computers for basic admin and data entry
- Can follow instructions carefully
- Can work safely and accurately
- Comfortable moving items and supporting practical tasks
- Can work well independently and as part of a team
- Interest in science, testing or laboratory work, desirable
- Previous laboratory experience, desirable but not essential
What's in it for you?
- £12.71 per hour
- Monday to Friday working
- 40 hours per week
- Start and finish times negotiable between 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Potential Saturday work available if wanted
- Temporary role until the end of October
- No experience required
- Training provided
- Opportunity to gain laboratory experience
- Support from Quest Employment throughout the process
If you are reliable, hands-on and interested in a temporary Laboratory Technician role in Northampton, NN4, apply today with your up-to-date CV. A member of the Quest Employment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Alternatively, call 01604 232227 and ask to speak to Tyrelle.
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