Quality Control Technician

Reference: GTC 218_1791283945

Location: Wigan
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Weekend Shift)
Working Pattern: Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Salary: Approximately £35,000

The Opportunity

Smart4Sciences are recruiting for a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join a busy manufacturing operation based in Wigan.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous QC laboratory experience to join a fast-paced production environment where quality, accuracy and attention to detail are critical. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring raw materials, in-process products and finished goods meet required quality standards, whilst supporting manufacturing teams through testing, troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform in-process and final product testing in accordance with approved specifications.
  • Test incoming raw materials to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
  • Prepare pre-shipment samples and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
  • Carry out calibration activities in line with equipment schedules and procedures.
  • Complete inspection and testing activities in accordance with manufacturing instructions.
  • Identify non-conforming products, materials and processes and support corrective actions.
  • Issue process adjustment recommendations to production teams where required.
  • Support project work and product development activities when assigned.
  • Provide test method training to operators and designated personnel.
  • Investigate customer complaints, process failures and quality-related issues.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory records, reports and quality documentation.
  • Report incidents, abnormalities and quality concerns to senior personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality standards at all times.

Skills & Experience Required

  • BTEC, HNC or equivalent qualification in Chemistry.
  • Previous experience within a Quality Control or laboratory environment.
  • Experience carrying out routine laboratory testing and quality inspections.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Good organisational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Comfortable working within a manufacturing environment.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience calibrating laboratory equipment.
  • Knowledge of quality management systems and compliance standards.
  • Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Experience investigating customer complaints and non-conformance issues.
  • Experience training operators on test methods and laboratory procedures.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary of approximately £35,000.
  • Permanent weekend shift position.
  • Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing environment.
  • Varied role covering quality control, testing, calibration and investigation activities.
  • Opportunity to develop laboratory and quality assurance experience.
  • Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced QC Technician, Laboratory Technician, Quality Control Analyst or Quality Technician looking for your next opportunity within a manufacturing environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

£35,000.00
Per annum
Up to GBP35000 per annum
Added 06/10/2026
Reference: GTC 218_1791283945

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