Laboratory Technician - Temp to Perm in Tewkesbury
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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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- Location:
- Tewkesbury
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Technician, Laboratory, Science