Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Description

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

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