Laboratory technician

Employer: Manpower

Location: Dartford, South East England, GB

Salary: GBP 14.14

Job type: FULL_TIME, CONTRACTOR

Posted: 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Sector: Engineering

Job Description

Laboratory Technician (3 month FTC) Location: Dartford Shifts: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00 Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour The successful candidate will be working within a manufacturing lab, preparing reagents, intermediates and carrying out testing using standard operating procedures and production documentation ensuring they meet performance specifications and good manufacturing practice standards. Attention to detail and accuracy are key in this role. Full training will be given for all processes carried out by our skilled and dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to develop their career in science and manufacturing. Responsibilities: · Be responsible for the manufacture and testing of intermediates and final reagents. · Handling of microorganisms for use in testing · Operation of semi-automated equipment for use in production. · Asist in the packing of intermediates. · Management of stock levels for responsible product ranges. · Be responsible for the quality of manufactured reagents, complete documentation and ensure quality standards are maintained. · Comply with all SAP transactions on work performed and be responsible for controlling inventory. · Raise any health and safety or quality issue to your Senior Technician. · Participate in PPI (continuous improvement) programs as required. · Any other duties/projects are reasonable and within the skills and ability of the post holder. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: · Previous experience in a manufacturing/lab environment is preferable. · To have a keen eye for detail and quality · To be able to work at pace whilst maintaining safe working practices and product quality. · Honest and open verbal and written communication Top Skills: Experience working in a GMP/GLP environment desired. Attention to detail and quality orientated. Use of SAP and experience inventory management. Laboratory/production experience. Ability to work in a team, as well as take on individual responsibilities. Problem solving If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

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