Description

Laboratory Technician – Temp to Perm
Location: Tewkesbury
Salary: £14.54 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Rotating shifts

RE Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly respected food production business in Tewkesbury who are looking to recruit a Laboratory Technician to join their Technical team on a temp to perm basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail and an interest in science, quality control, or food production to develop their career within a supportive and professional laboratory environment.

The Role

Working as part of the Technical team, you will support the laboratory with sampling, testing and quality control to ensure products meet strict food safety and quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

Carrying out product sampling and microbiological testing

Recording, analysing and interpreting results accurately

Identifying any irregularities and escalating where required

Maintaining a clean, organised and compliant laboratory environment

Following all Health & Safety, COSHH and Food Safety regulations

Working Hours

This role operates on a 5-day rotating shift pattern Monday to Sunday (37.5 hours per week).

Weekday shifts rotate between:

03:00 – 11:00

05:30 – 13:30

06:00 – 14:00

07:00 – 15:00

Midday – end of production

Additional shifts:

Saturday: Rotational shifts (approx. one Saturday off per month)

Sunday: 06:00 – 18:00 (approximately once every 6–8 weeks)

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised and methodical, with strong communication skills and a passion for maintaining high standards.

Ideally you will have:

GCSEs (Grade B or above) in Biology, Chemistry and Maths or a relevant science qualification

Experience working in a laboratory, food production, or quality environment

Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately

Understanding of hygiene, safety and quality procedures

What’s in It for You

£14.54 per hour

Temp to perm opportunity with a respected local employer

Structured training including Food Safety, HACCP and COSHH

Career development opportunities

Friendly and supportive team environment

If you are looking to build your career within a technical or laboratory environment, we would love to hear from you.

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