Operational Quality Technician Llantrisant 31,000 Yolk Recruitment are managing an exciting new opportunity for someone with a background in Quality Control for a new opportunity with one of South Wales' leading manufacturing businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for you whether you're at the beginning of your career in this field or have more experience behind you as the team has capacity to train, develop and support, or provide more autonomy if you have the experience to take on more. The successful applicant be ensuring that product supplied to customers is of the highest possible standard. The Quality Technician will work closely with other members of the Quality and production team in a way that benefits the site's performance in the areas of Quality, Cost and Delivery. This is a two shift role, working mornings and afternoons. This is what you'll be doing Undertake all required tests on relevant samples in accordance with the companies specifications. Ensure that relevant operational traceability paperwork is available and correct. Take decisions on relevant stock. Communication of In Process Control results and decisions where necessary. Administrative duties including timely completion and filing of records Organising work to ensure production lines are monitored Recording of non-conformances and appropriate follow up and communication Maintaining high housekeeping standards and working to Good Laboratory Practices. To support the Quality Department and Manager in any other relevant quality tasks including but assisting with investigations. This is what you'll need Proficient in use of Microsoft Office software. Good standard of Education in English & Math's. Great communication skills & attitude. Understand & use of relevant testing equipment. Good communication skills & attitude. Data handling / PC skills. Identify opportunities to implement new ideas and generate creative solutions. And this is what you'll get in return Company pension Onsite subsidised canteen 25 days holidays + bank holidays Occupation Health, Mental Health, Physical First Aid Proven professional and career development opportunities On-site parking Sick pay Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Operational Quality Technician Llantrisant 31,000 Yolk Recruitment are managing an exciting new opportunity for someone with a background in Quality Control for a new opportunity with one of South Wales' leading manufacturing businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for you whether you're at the beginning of your career in this field or have more experience behind you as the team has capacity to train, develop and support, or provide more autonomy if you have the experience to take on more. The successful applicant be ensuring that product supplied to customers is of the highest possible standard. The Quality Technician will work closely with other members of the Quality and production team in a way that benefits the site's performance in the areas of Quality, Cost and Delivery. This is a two shift role, working mornings and afternoons. This is what you'll be doing Undertake all required tests on relevant samples in accordance with the companies specifications. Ensure that relevant operational traceability paperwork is available and correct. Take decisions on relevant stock. Communication of In Process Control results and decisions where necessary. Administrative duties including timely completion and filing of records Organising work to ensure production lines are monitored Recording of non-conformances and appropriate follow up and communication Maintaining high housekeeping standards and working to Good Laboratory Practices. To support the Quality Department and Manager in any other relevant quality tasks including but assisting with investigations. This is what you'll need Proficient in use of Microsoft Office software. Good standard of Education in English & Math's. Great communication skills & attitude. Understand & use of relevant testing equipment. Good communication skills & attitude. Data handling / PC skills. Identify opportunities to implement new ideas and generate creative solutions. And this is what you'll get in return Company pension Onsite subsidised canteen 25 days holidays + bank holidays Occupation Health, Mental Health, Physical First Aid Proven professional and career development opportunities On-site parking Sick pay Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Production Team Leader Trainee, Chemical Manufacturing Job Type: Permanent Location: Oldbury, Birmingham, West Midlands - Commutable from Dudley, Wolverhampton, Halesowen, Kidderminster, Bromsgrove Post Code: B69 2AQ Salary: 30,000 Start Date: ASAP A well established and successful global manufacturing group in the industrial chemicals sector require a Production Team Leader Trainee, Chemical Manufacturing for a position in Oldbury, near Birmingham. Reporting to the Production Manager you will be responsible (after suitable training) for leading a production team in the manufacture of company products while maintaining a safe environment. Main Tasks: Executing production orders, process instructions and safety instructions accurately. Loading manufacturing machinery with raw materials. Operating all machinery associated with the manufacturing process. Responsible for weighing, both raw materials being prepared for manufacture and when packaging finished or semi-finished products. Liaise with Sales, Technical and Production departments as required to ensure orders are prioritised and processed efficiently. To provide cover for the Production Manager as required and maintain the smooth running of the day to day operation. To maintain company systems, administrative functions and reporting capabilities of the site operation in the Production Managers absence. To communicate company goals, deadlines, and safe practices to the team. To motivate team members and assess performance. To be a point of contact for any queries that team members may have. Criteria Previous experience of Team Leading Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. Good communication skills Previous experience of developing and implementing ideas for improvements in safety, production efficiency and 5S Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Willingness to work overtime if required. The role will suit individuals currently working as Production Team Leader Trainee, Chemical Manufacturing, Production Operative, Manufacturing Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing, Lab Technician, Laboratory Assistant and be living within a commutable distance of Oldbury, Birmingham, West Midlands, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Halesowen, Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Bridgnorth or be willing to relocate. Please forward your CV by clicking Apply Now!
May 15, 2026
Full time
Production Team Leader Trainee, Chemical Manufacturing Job Type: Permanent Location: Oldbury, Birmingham, West Midlands - Commutable from Dudley, Wolverhampton, Halesowen, Kidderminster, Bromsgrove Post Code: B69 2AQ Salary: 30,000 Start Date: ASAP A well established and successful global manufacturing group in the industrial chemicals sector require a Production Team Leader Trainee, Chemical Manufacturing for a position in Oldbury, near Birmingham. Reporting to the Production Manager you will be responsible (after suitable training) for leading a production team in the manufacture of company products while maintaining a safe environment. Main Tasks: Executing production orders, process instructions and safety instructions accurately. Loading manufacturing machinery with raw materials. Operating all machinery associated with the manufacturing process. Responsible for weighing, both raw materials being prepared for manufacture and when packaging finished or semi-finished products. Liaise with Sales, Technical and Production departments as required to ensure orders are prioritised and processed efficiently. To provide cover for the Production Manager as required and maintain the smooth running of the day to day operation. To maintain company systems, administrative functions and reporting capabilities of the site operation in the Production Managers absence. To communicate company goals, deadlines, and safe practices to the team. To motivate team members and assess performance. To be a point of contact for any queries that team members may have. Criteria Previous experience of Team Leading Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. Good communication skills Previous experience of developing and implementing ideas for improvements in safety, production efficiency and 5S Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Willingness to work overtime if required. The role will suit individuals currently working as Production Team Leader Trainee, Chemical Manufacturing, Production Operative, Manufacturing Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing, Lab Technician, Laboratory Assistant and be living within a commutable distance of Oldbury, Birmingham, West Midlands, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Halesowen, Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Bridgnorth or be willing to relocate. Please forward your CV by clicking Apply Now!
My clients are a very well-established manufacturing company based in Tameside. We are now recruiting for a Colour Technician based at the site in Stockport. Main Purpose of the Role: The Color Technician supports the control, approval, and correction of colour on textile substrates, acting as a practical link between the laboratory and production. The role is focused on the hands-on assessment of colour samples on fabrics, carrying out shade corrections where required, and making clear pass/fail decisions against approved standards and agreed tolerances. The Color Technician is also responsible for communicating colour issues, failures, and corrective actions to the Laboratory Colourist, Laboratory Assistant Manager, and Laboratory Manager, while ensuring works orders and colour-related production requests are prepared accurately and on time. 40 hours per week 07 30 Monday to Friday. £14.16 per hour start Main Responsibilities and Duties: Colour Assessment on Textiles - Assess coated and uncoated textile samples visually and instrumentally against approved standards, master swatches, and customer requirements. Pass/Fail Decision Making - Decide whether a colour sample is acceptable for production or requires correction, based on agreed tolerances, visual appearance. Shade Correction - Carry out colour corrections where a sample is outside tolerance or visually unacceptable and prepare adjusted formulations or recommendations for rework. Production and Laboratory Link - Act as the day-to-day connection between production and laboratory functions, ensuring colour requirements, test outcomes, and corrective actions are clearly understood and implemented. Failure Escalation and Reporting - Report colour failures, repeat issues, and unusual findings promptly to the Laboratory Colourist, Laboratory Assistant Manager, and Laboratory Manager, with clear notes on observations. Works Order Preparation - Prepare and check works orders and related documentation, including confirmation of quantities required for production and timely communication of any changes. Sample Preparation and Handling - Prepare, label, handle, and retain textile samples for approvals, comparisons, investigations, and production reference. Instrumental and Visual Evaluation - Use appropriate colour measurement equipment and light cabinets to assess shade accuracy, whilst also applying visual judgement on appearance, tone and coverage of coating. Documentation and Record Keeping - Maintain accurate records of colour assessments, corrections, approvals, failures, and comments so that decisions are traceable and easy to review. Technical Support to Production - Support production teams with colour-related queries, trial evaluations, and practical feedback where shade, appearance, or application issues are identified. Raw Material Delivery & Pre-Delivery Checks Carry out delivery and pre-delivery checks on raw materials, including textiles, chemicals and pigments, to confirm compliance with required specifications before approval for laboratory or production use. Housekeeping and Stock Awareness - Maintain an organised work area and monitor the availability of swatches, standards, and essential consumables. Essential Criteria: Colour Knowledge - Good understanding of colour matching, shade assessment, and colour correction in a textile, coatings, paint, or similar manufacturing environment. Hands-on Testing Experience - Practical experience working directly with colour samples, textile substrates, and routine laboratory or production testing. Decision Making - Ability to make clear, consistent pass/fail decisions on colour samples and to recognise when escalation is required. Communication Skills - Able to communicate findings clearly and professionally to production staff and laboratory management, both verbally and in writing. Attention to Detail - High level of accuracy when assessing shades, preparing corrections, checking works orders, and recording results. Technical Awareness - Familiarity with visual and instrumental colour evaluation, including the use of spectrophotometers and light booths. Organisation - Able to manage multiple samples, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining traceability and good record keeping. IT Skills - Competent in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to update spreadsheets, records, and basic technical reports. Teamwork - Comfortable working closely with laboratory, production, and technical colleagues while also taking ownership of day-to-day tasks. Compliance - Able to follow laboratory procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards consistently. Industry Background - Experience in textiles, coated fabrics, blinds, paints, coatings, or other colour-controlled manufacturing environments. Relevant Qualification - Qualification or training in textile technology, colour chemistry, textile coating or a related discipline. Desirable Criteria: Systems Knowledge - Recognition of X-Rite spectrophotometer systems and familiarity with colour software such as Colour iControl or similar platforms. Process Understanding - Awareness of textile coating, pigment application, or related production processes. Role Benefits: Auto enrolled into our Stakeholder Pension Scheme (Louvolite contributes 4%). 28 days holiday (including statutory), rising by one day after one completed year of service Life Assurance covering 1 x your annual salary. 3 month Probationary Period Free car parking. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family. Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance. Access to discounted gym membership through our corporate partner, Active Tameside. Discounted Blinds and Shutters, upon successful completion of your Probationary Period. Peer to Peer Recognition Programme Free Flu Jab voucher every Autumn. Christmas Savings Scheme. NHS Heath Checks Please note that United In Recruitment can t always respond to all applicants due to the high volume of CV's received every day. Should you not receive a response within 2 working days please accept this as not been successful, and we wish you all the best in your job search. Your details will not be held, and we apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest.
May 15, 2026
Full time
My clients are a very well-established manufacturing company based in Tameside. We are now recruiting for a Colour Technician based at the site in Stockport. Main Purpose of the Role: The Color Technician supports the control, approval, and correction of colour on textile substrates, acting as a practical link between the laboratory and production. The role is focused on the hands-on assessment of colour samples on fabrics, carrying out shade corrections where required, and making clear pass/fail decisions against approved standards and agreed tolerances. The Color Technician is also responsible for communicating colour issues, failures, and corrective actions to the Laboratory Colourist, Laboratory Assistant Manager, and Laboratory Manager, while ensuring works orders and colour-related production requests are prepared accurately and on time. 40 hours per week 07 30 Monday to Friday. £14.16 per hour start Main Responsibilities and Duties: Colour Assessment on Textiles - Assess coated and uncoated textile samples visually and instrumentally against approved standards, master swatches, and customer requirements. Pass/Fail Decision Making - Decide whether a colour sample is acceptable for production or requires correction, based on agreed tolerances, visual appearance. Shade Correction - Carry out colour corrections where a sample is outside tolerance or visually unacceptable and prepare adjusted formulations or recommendations for rework. Production and Laboratory Link - Act as the day-to-day connection between production and laboratory functions, ensuring colour requirements, test outcomes, and corrective actions are clearly understood and implemented. Failure Escalation and Reporting - Report colour failures, repeat issues, and unusual findings promptly to the Laboratory Colourist, Laboratory Assistant Manager, and Laboratory Manager, with clear notes on observations. Works Order Preparation - Prepare and check works orders and related documentation, including confirmation of quantities required for production and timely communication of any changes. Sample Preparation and Handling - Prepare, label, handle, and retain textile samples for approvals, comparisons, investigations, and production reference. Instrumental and Visual Evaluation - Use appropriate colour measurement equipment and light cabinets to assess shade accuracy, whilst also applying visual judgement on appearance, tone and coverage of coating. Documentation and Record Keeping - Maintain accurate records of colour assessments, corrections, approvals, failures, and comments so that decisions are traceable and easy to review. Technical Support to Production - Support production teams with colour-related queries, trial evaluations, and practical feedback where shade, appearance, or application issues are identified. Raw Material Delivery & Pre-Delivery Checks Carry out delivery and pre-delivery checks on raw materials, including textiles, chemicals and pigments, to confirm compliance with required specifications before approval for laboratory or production use. Housekeeping and Stock Awareness - Maintain an organised work area and monitor the availability of swatches, standards, and essential consumables. Essential Criteria: Colour Knowledge - Good understanding of colour matching, shade assessment, and colour correction in a textile, coatings, paint, or similar manufacturing environment. Hands-on Testing Experience - Practical experience working directly with colour samples, textile substrates, and routine laboratory or production testing. Decision Making - Ability to make clear, consistent pass/fail decisions on colour samples and to recognise when escalation is required. Communication Skills - Able to communicate findings clearly and professionally to production staff and laboratory management, both verbally and in writing. Attention to Detail - High level of accuracy when assessing shades, preparing corrections, checking works orders, and recording results. Technical Awareness - Familiarity with visual and instrumental colour evaluation, including the use of spectrophotometers and light booths. Organisation - Able to manage multiple samples, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining traceability and good record keeping. IT Skills - Competent in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to update spreadsheets, records, and basic technical reports. Teamwork - Comfortable working closely with laboratory, production, and technical colleagues while also taking ownership of day-to-day tasks. Compliance - Able to follow laboratory procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards consistently. Industry Background - Experience in textiles, coated fabrics, blinds, paints, coatings, or other colour-controlled manufacturing environments. Relevant Qualification - Qualification or training in textile technology, colour chemistry, textile coating or a related discipline. Desirable Criteria: Systems Knowledge - Recognition of X-Rite spectrophotometer systems and familiarity with colour software such as Colour iControl or similar platforms. Process Understanding - Awareness of textile coating, pigment application, or related production processes. Role Benefits: Auto enrolled into our Stakeholder Pension Scheme (Louvolite contributes 4%). 28 days holiday (including statutory), rising by one day after one completed year of service Life Assurance covering 1 x your annual salary. 3 month Probationary Period Free car parking. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family. Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance. Access to discounted gym membership through our corporate partner, Active Tameside. Discounted Blinds and Shutters, upon successful completion of your Probationary Period. Peer to Peer Recognition Programme Free Flu Jab voucher every Autumn. Christmas Savings Scheme. NHS Heath Checks Please note that United In Recruitment can t always respond to all applicants due to the high volume of CV's received every day. Should you not receive a response within 2 working days please accept this as not been successful, and we wish you all the best in your job search. Your details will not be held, and we apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest.
What will you do? Make an impact! Tradebe's International Recovery Solutions Department is a market leader within the UK hazardous waste market regarding the international movement of waste for recovery, recycling and reuse. To ensure our commitment to offering our customers the best range of available options, Tradebe are looking for an additional chemist to join the team! Working in addition to the current IRS Chemist, you will also work closely with the IRS Supervisor, IRS Operations Manager and the rest of the team daily to ensure the highest levels of technical compliance and operational efficiency are maintained. Key Responsibilities: Material Quality & Compliance: Ensure all incoming materials are inspected and approved for recovery via the relevant IRS export route. Accurately analyse and classify hazardous waste according to regulatory frameworks (e.g., hazard codes, physical/chemical properties). This ensures the waste is correctly described for export and handled safely throughout the process. Repackaging & Routing: Determine the most effective and safe repackaging methods, balancing cost and end-destination criteria. Select optimal technical, commercial, and operational routing for all materials. Pre-Shipment Inspection & Sampling: Conduct or oversee inspections of waste prior to export, including sampling and laboratory verification. Confirm that the waste matches documentation, is properly packaged, and meets transport requirements. Stock & Planning Coordination : Monitor stock levels and align with export schedules to maximise efficiency and space across the site. Communication & Safety: Liaise daily with operations and management teams to address site pressures, develop action plans, and raise H&S concerns via QPulse to maintain safe working practices. Do you have what it takes? Degree or HNC in Chemistry or closely related discipline. Strong problem-solving skills and confidence to work autonomously, research issues and make decisions. Ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads and work effectively in a dynamic working environment. Confidence working on the ground with operations teams to resolve issues like incorrectly described waste, compatibility risks, or handling challenges, often under time pressure. What's in for you? Salary of up to £30,000 (DOE) 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays with an additional holiday entitlement purchase scheme. Private healthcare cover (including but not limited to) Dental, GP, Mental Health & Optician Tradebe 'MyBenefits' Portal: Flexible benefits (access to our benefits platform for discounts and cash back on shopping purchases, gyms and leisure activities, cycle to work scheme and dedicated wellbeing centre) Ready to make a difference? Apply now! If this offer does not match your expectations, but you would like to develop your career in a company that promotes circular economy and sustainability, register on our Career Page, and don't miss out on new job opportunities! Tradebe is committed to guaranteeing selection processes based on merit and skills free of any bias based on age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality. We believe in equal opportunities, and we work for it.
May 13, 2026
Full time
What will you do? Make an impact! Tradebe's International Recovery Solutions Department is a market leader within the UK hazardous waste market regarding the international movement of waste for recovery, recycling and reuse. To ensure our commitment to offering our customers the best range of available options, Tradebe are looking for an additional chemist to join the team! Working in addition to the current IRS Chemist, you will also work closely with the IRS Supervisor, IRS Operations Manager and the rest of the team daily to ensure the highest levels of technical compliance and operational efficiency are maintained. Key Responsibilities: Material Quality & Compliance: Ensure all incoming materials are inspected and approved for recovery via the relevant IRS export route. Accurately analyse and classify hazardous waste according to regulatory frameworks (e.g., hazard codes, physical/chemical properties). This ensures the waste is correctly described for export and handled safely throughout the process. Repackaging & Routing: Determine the most effective and safe repackaging methods, balancing cost and end-destination criteria. Select optimal technical, commercial, and operational routing for all materials. Pre-Shipment Inspection & Sampling: Conduct or oversee inspections of waste prior to export, including sampling and laboratory verification. Confirm that the waste matches documentation, is properly packaged, and meets transport requirements. Stock & Planning Coordination : Monitor stock levels and align with export schedules to maximise efficiency and space across the site. Communication & Safety: Liaise daily with operations and management teams to address site pressures, develop action plans, and raise H&S concerns via QPulse to maintain safe working practices. Do you have what it takes? Degree or HNC in Chemistry or closely related discipline. Strong problem-solving skills and confidence to work autonomously, research issues and make decisions. Ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads and work effectively in a dynamic working environment. Confidence working on the ground with operations teams to resolve issues like incorrectly described waste, compatibility risks, or handling challenges, often under time pressure. What's in for you? Salary of up to £30,000 (DOE) 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays with an additional holiday entitlement purchase scheme. Private healthcare cover (including but not limited to) Dental, GP, Mental Health & Optician Tradebe 'MyBenefits' Portal: Flexible benefits (access to our benefits platform for discounts and cash back on shopping purchases, gyms and leisure activities, cycle to work scheme and dedicated wellbeing centre) Ready to make a difference? Apply now! If this offer does not match your expectations, but you would like to develop your career in a company that promotes circular economy and sustainability, register on our Career Page, and don't miss out on new job opportunities! Tradebe is committed to guaranteeing selection processes based on merit and skills free of any bias based on age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality. We believe in equal opportunities, and we work for it.
Laboratory Manager Near Cheltenham 36,600 Yolk Engineering is partnered with this successful business that stands as a prominent and well-established player in their respective industry. They have an exciting opportunity to join the business as a Laboratory Manager. The business is widely recognised for delivering high quality products throughout the United Kingdom. With a storied history spanning more than eight decades, they've earned a reputation for excellence and a steadfast dedication to providing premium, locally sourced products. We're looking for someone who is dynamic and knowledgeable with experience as a Laboratory Manager. The company is looking for someone to lead the overall laboratory function, develop team members and work closely with the Technical team to uphold the high quality and standards. You'll ensure strict compliance while driving continuous improvement across testing, audit readiness, and documentation. This is an exciting opportunity with a real future to develop in line with your growing knowledge, experience and capabilities. This is what you'll be doing Manage and develop the Laboratory Technicians and Team Leader within a collaborative and high-performance culture with clear communication on safety and quality issues. Plan and oversee testing schedules, ensuring the correct methods are followed and results are recorded and monitored. Prepare for and participate in site accreditation audits providing support to the Technical Manager. Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced to schedule and manage new installs and verifications. Manage and lead external analysis and provide feedback to customers and manage non-conformance investigations with Technical and Production. Lead product safety, quality and compliance across all testing activities. Maintain and lead important Safety Management Systems and laboratory procedures alongside overseeing the Laboratory testing regimes in line with legislation. KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement of testing procedures and documentation. Lead training in order to maintain hygiene and safety standards. What you'll need Confidence in leading people with excellent communication, problem-solving and coaching skills. Experienced coordinating small teams in a lab environment. Experience in a laboratory function, detailed reporting and SOP writing. Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable with data trending/analysis. Preferably HNC/Degree in a science related subject with a knowledge of Microbiology and Chemistry. Experience of BRCGS, HACCP, CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS platforms. And this is what you'll get in return 22 days holidays per annum plus bank holidays (rising after 3 years service) Enhanced Pension scheme Life assurance Health care and well being support Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Laboratory Manager Near Cheltenham 36,600 Yolk Engineering is partnered with this successful business that stands as a prominent and well-established player in their respective industry. They have an exciting opportunity to join the business as a Laboratory Manager. The business is widely recognised for delivering high quality products throughout the United Kingdom. With a storied history spanning more than eight decades, they've earned a reputation for excellence and a steadfast dedication to providing premium, locally sourced products. We're looking for someone who is dynamic and knowledgeable with experience as a Laboratory Manager. The company is looking for someone to lead the overall laboratory function, develop team members and work closely with the Technical team to uphold the high quality and standards. You'll ensure strict compliance while driving continuous improvement across testing, audit readiness, and documentation. This is an exciting opportunity with a real future to develop in line with your growing knowledge, experience and capabilities. This is what you'll be doing Manage and develop the Laboratory Technicians and Team Leader within a collaborative and high-performance culture with clear communication on safety and quality issues. Plan and oversee testing schedules, ensuring the correct methods are followed and results are recorded and monitored. Prepare for and participate in site accreditation audits providing support to the Technical Manager. Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced to schedule and manage new installs and verifications. Manage and lead external analysis and provide feedback to customers and manage non-conformance investigations with Technical and Production. Lead product safety, quality and compliance across all testing activities. Maintain and lead important Safety Management Systems and laboratory procedures alongside overseeing the Laboratory testing regimes in line with legislation. KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement of testing procedures and documentation. Lead training in order to maintain hygiene and safety standards. What you'll need Confidence in leading people with excellent communication, problem-solving and coaching skills. Experienced coordinating small teams in a lab environment. Experience in a laboratory function, detailed reporting and SOP writing. Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable with data trending/analysis. Preferably HNC/Degree in a science related subject with a knowledge of Microbiology and Chemistry. Experience of BRCGS, HACCP, CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS platforms. And this is what you'll get in return 22 days holidays per annum plus bank holidays (rising after 3 years service) Enhanced Pension scheme Life assurance Health care and well being support Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Are you up to the challenge? If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities
Laboratory Manager Location Tewkesbury Salary - 36,637.20 per annum Hours: 40 hours, usually Monday - Friday (with flexibility for urgent operational needs Rewards & Benefits Competitive salary with growth and development opportunities 22 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising after 3 years' service) Cycle to Work scheme Discounted products & doorstep delivery Enhanced pension via Salary Exchange Health & wellbeing support through Simply Health (post-probation) Private Medical Insurance (after qualifying service) Job description Department: Technical Reports to: Technical Manager. The company is a long-established, family-owned business, proud to deliver quality dairy products with first-class service. We're seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable Laboratory Manager to lead our laboratory function, develop our people, and work closely with the technical team to uphold the high quality and standards of our family dairy. You'll ensure strict compliance with BRCGS certifications, HACCP protocols and food safety legislation while driving continuous improvement across testing, audit readiness, and documentation. The Role - What You'll Lead Own product safety, quality and compliance across all testing activities (raw materials, in-process, finished product, shelf life). Plan and oversee testing schedules, ensuring the correct methods are followed and results are recorded, monitored, analysed and trended. Manage and develop the Laboratory Technicians and Team Leader; foster a collaborative, high-performance culture with clear communication on food safety and quality issues. Maintain audit readiness: prepare for and participate in site accreditation audits (BRCGS), supporting the Technical Manager. Ensure all laboratory equipment is maintained, calibrated, validated and serviced to schedule; manage new installs and verifications. Coordinate external laboratory analysis and provide Certificates of Conformance to customers; initiate and manage non-conformance investigations with Technical and Production. Champion HACCP, Food Safety Management Systems, and robust laboratory procedures; oversee the Laboratory Manual and testing regimes in line with legislation and COSHH. Drive KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement of testing procedures and documentation. Lead sensory panel training and uphold hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards. About You - Skills & Experience Confident people leader with excellent communication, problem-solving and coaching skills; experienced coordinating small teams in a lab environment. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety, HACCP, CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS platforms. Hands-on background in a laboratory function (ideally Food Science/Microbiology/Biology); meticulous attention to detail in reporting and SOP writing. Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable with data trending/analysis. Desirable HNC/Degree in a science-related subject with strong knowledge of Food Microbiology and Food Chemistry. Knowledge of the dairy industry and laboratory accreditation standards. Hours & Location 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, based at our Tewkesbury Production Site, with occasional out-of-hours presence for urgent operational needs. How to Apply If you're an experienced Laboratory Manager (or ambitious Laboratory Team Leader) with a passion for food safety, BRCGS compliance and HACCP, we'd love to hear from you. Laboratory Manager Food Safety BRCGS HACCP Quality Assurance Microbiology Dairy Audit Readiness QMS COSHH Please apply with your CV in the first instance. Wright Staff are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Laboratory Manager Location Tewkesbury Salary - 36,637.20 per annum Hours: 40 hours, usually Monday - Friday (with flexibility for urgent operational needs Rewards & Benefits Competitive salary with growth and development opportunities 22 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising after 3 years' service) Cycle to Work scheme Discounted products & doorstep delivery Enhanced pension via Salary Exchange Health & wellbeing support through Simply Health (post-probation) Private Medical Insurance (after qualifying service) Job description Department: Technical Reports to: Technical Manager. The company is a long-established, family-owned business, proud to deliver quality dairy products with first-class service. We're seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable Laboratory Manager to lead our laboratory function, develop our people, and work closely with the technical team to uphold the high quality and standards of our family dairy. You'll ensure strict compliance with BRCGS certifications, HACCP protocols and food safety legislation while driving continuous improvement across testing, audit readiness, and documentation. The Role - What You'll Lead Own product safety, quality and compliance across all testing activities (raw materials, in-process, finished product, shelf life). Plan and oversee testing schedules, ensuring the correct methods are followed and results are recorded, monitored, analysed and trended. Manage and develop the Laboratory Technicians and Team Leader; foster a collaborative, high-performance culture with clear communication on food safety and quality issues. Maintain audit readiness: prepare for and participate in site accreditation audits (BRCGS), supporting the Technical Manager. Ensure all laboratory equipment is maintained, calibrated, validated and serviced to schedule; manage new installs and verifications. Coordinate external laboratory analysis and provide Certificates of Conformance to customers; initiate and manage non-conformance investigations with Technical and Production. Champion HACCP, Food Safety Management Systems, and robust laboratory procedures; oversee the Laboratory Manual and testing regimes in line with legislation and COSHH. Drive KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement of testing procedures and documentation. Lead sensory panel training and uphold hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards. About You - Skills & Experience Confident people leader with excellent communication, problem-solving and coaching skills; experienced coordinating small teams in a lab environment. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety, HACCP, CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS platforms. Hands-on background in a laboratory function (ideally Food Science/Microbiology/Biology); meticulous attention to detail in reporting and SOP writing. Competent with Microsoft Office and comfortable with data trending/analysis. Desirable HNC/Degree in a science-related subject with strong knowledge of Food Microbiology and Food Chemistry. Knowledge of the dairy industry and laboratory accreditation standards. Hours & Location 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, based at our Tewkesbury Production Site, with occasional out-of-hours presence for urgent operational needs. How to Apply If you're an experienced Laboratory Manager (or ambitious Laboratory Team Leader) with a passion for food safety, BRCGS compliance and HACCP, we'd love to hear from you. Laboratory Manager Food Safety BRCGS HACCP Quality Assurance Microbiology Dairy Audit Readiness QMS COSHH Please apply with your CV in the first instance. Wright Staff are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.
