Quality Lab Technician

Orion Electrotech
Reading
2 weeks ago
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Quality Lab Technician

  • Shift: Sunday to Thursday, 10pm – 6am NIGHT SHIFT 
  • Contract: Temp to Perm (3-month contract)
  • Pay Rate: £16.15 - £19.38 per hour
  • Location: Winnersh

The Quality Lab Technician plays a critical role in ensuring that all products and processes meet the required quality standards. This position involves performing inspections, conducting tests, and identifying any defects or areas for improvement.

Our client is seeking a Quality Lab Technician who will work closely with the production and engineering teams to implement corrective actions and continuously improve product quality.

Key Responsibilities for the Quality Lab Technician:

  • Perform inspections and tests on incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Identify and report defects, deviations, and non-conformities in products or processes.
  • Assist in root cause analysis and collaborate with production and engineering teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Maintain quality documentation, including inspection protocols, work instructions, and quality reports.

What’s in it for you?

  • 20% shift premium to boost your base income.
  • The opportunity to be part of a stable and successful corporation.

Matching Criteria for the Quality Lab Technician Position:

  • Proficiency with precision measuring tools and quality inspection equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Basic understanding of quality standards such as ISO 9001 or similar.
  • Experience in a quality control or quality assurance role, preferably in manufacturing.

If the Quality Lab Technician role sounds like a great fit for you, please click apply now!

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Ellie Jaworska at Orion in Reading.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally. Therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

To see our other available vacancies, please visit our website.

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