Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician / Production Operative Location: Northampton Pay Rate: £12.74 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift Benefits: Onsite parking We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician /…

Pay rate £12.74/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 4 September 2026

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Laboratory Technician / Production Operative

Location: Northampton
Pay Rate: £12.74 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift
Benefits: Onsite parking

We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician / Production Operative to join our client, an established and growing business. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will play a key role within the laboratory and wider team.

This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is eager to learn, develop new skills, and be trained within a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

About the Role:
You will be responsible for facilitating accurate laboratory testing procedures in line with relevant British and European Standards, using in-house methods, while maintaining excellent customer service standards.

As part of the team, your main duties will include:

Laboratory testing of materials such as soils, aggregates, bituminous and cementitious materials to BS and BSEN standards
Scheduling and organising test samples for required testing
Preparing and presenting test data
Training other team members on test methods where required
Cross-checking calculations completed by other team members
Carrying out daily equipment checks, routine maintenance, and maintaining cleanliness standards
Ensuring all work areas are kept clean and tidy
Supporting with ad-hoc duties as requiredSkills and Experience Required:

Strong attention to detail and understanding of working within a quality system
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent time-keeping and reliability
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Positive attitude and adaptability to change
Ability to follow procedures and use in-house systems
Experience working in physically demanding environmentsHealth & Safety Responsibilities:

Ensure all laboratory work is carried out in line with the Quality Manual and Health & Safety Manual
Take responsibility for your own health and safety within the sample preparation department
Report any unsafe practices to your Supervisor or Quality ManagerDesirable (Not Essential):

Manual handling training (heavy lifting may be required)
Experience in geotechnical on-site testing to current British/European Standards and in-house methods (training can be provided if not)This role is ideal for someone looking to build their skills within a supportive team, with opportunities to learn and progress.

If this sounds like the right role for you, please click apply or contact Holly in the Wellingborough office for more information.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion

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