Full job description

Laboratory Technician

Location: Bretby

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Hours: 39 hours per week

Working Days: Tuesday to Saturday

Shift Pattern: Following completion of training, working hours will be allocated on a rota basis and may range between 6:00am and 9:00pm.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Laboratory Technician to join our team in Burton upon Trent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory experience or a scientific background who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced laboratory environment.

The successful candidate will support daily laboratory operations, ensuring samples are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and analyse samples in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Carry out routine laboratory testing and record results accurately.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure work areas are clean and organised.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and other laboratory materials as required.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and health & safety guidelines.
• Accurately document laboratory activities and test results.
• Assist with quality control activities and ensure compliance with laboratory standards.
• Support the wider laboratory team with general laboratory duties.
• Report any equipment issues, non-conformities, or safety concerns to management.

Requirements

• Previous laboratory experience is desirable.
• Qualification in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Laboratory Science or similar) is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours and shift patterns.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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