Optical Lab Technician
Employer
Randstad · Dartford, South East
Lab Technician at Randstad, based in Dartford, South East. This is a contract role.
Reference CSOD-1520338
Laboratory Technician
Location: Dartford, UK (Onsite)
Contract Type: Full-time, 6-Month Contract
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 (37.5 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join a growing microbiology manufacturing team. Working within a regulated manufacturing laboratory, you will prepare reagents and intermediates, carry out in-process testing, and ensure all work adheres to quality standards and standard operating procedures.
No prior specialized experience is required-full training will be provided by an experienced team, making this an ideal opportunity to build a career in science and manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacture intermediates and final reagents, including performing in-process quality testing.
Safely handle microorganisms for use in testing procedures.
Maintain high quality standards and accurately complete batch documentation.
Monitor inventory and stock levels using computerized systems to ensure materials are available.
Follow all site health, safety, and gowning/PPE requirements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and team training programs.
Requirements
Strong interest in science, microbiology, and manufacturing.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Good written and verbal communication abilities.
Willingness to learn new processes and maintain high operational standards.
Prior laboratory operations knowledge is preferred, but not mandatory.
Working Environment & Schedule
Shift Pattern: Day shift (08:00 to 16:00).
Breaks: 30-minute paid tea break and 30-minute unpaid lunch break daily.
Equipment: All required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is fully provided on-site.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Reference: CSOD-1520338 · Posted 12 hours ago · Closes 1 Dec 2026 · Listed via Randstad
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