QA Lab Technicican in Chard, Somerset

Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: £15.05 per hour
Bonus: 6% performance-based bonus
Pension: 6% employer pension contribution
Annual Leave: 34 days per year
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm preferred, with direct hire available for the right candidate

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a QA Laboratory Technician to join the Technical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career within Quality Assurance and Laboratory Testing, with full training provided. Previous laboratory or QA experience is not essential, making this a great opportunity for candidates with the right attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn.

The successful candidate will split their time between laboratory-based testing and Quality Assurance activities across the site, gaining broad experience across both areas.

Working Pattern

• Monday: 06:00 – 14:30
• Tuesday: 08:00 – 16:30
• Wednesday: 12:00 – 20:30
• Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
• Friday: 06:00 – 14:30

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Duties:

• Carrying out routine sampling activities
• Environmental and equipment swabbing
• Performing cheese testing methods
• Completing selected laboratory analyses
• Accurately recording and reporting results

QA Duties:

• Conducting GMP audits
• Completing quality inspections
• Carrying out hygiene verification activities
• Providing general QA support across the site
• Supporting the Technical team in maintaining high standards of quality, food safety and hygiene

What We're Looking For

Previous laboratory or QA experience is not mandatory, as full training will be provided.

We're particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate:

• Good attention to detail
• A methodical and organised approach to work
• Good communication skills
• The ability to follow procedures accurately
• A willingness to learn and develop
• An interest in laboratory, quality or food manufacturing environments
• Reliability and a strong work ethic

Why Consider This Role?

• £15.05 per hour
• 6% performance-based bonus
• 6% employer pension contribution
• 34 days annual leave
• Full training provided
• Opportunity to develop experience across both QA and laboratory functions
• Temp-to-perm opportunity, with direct permanent employment available for the right candidate
• Opportunity to develop within a Technical team in a food manufacturing environment