Quality Laboratory Technician
CV-LibraryNewton Aycliffe, County DurhamcontractPosted: 29 April 2026
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Location: Aycliffe
Contract Type: 3‑month contract initially
Hours: 39 hours per week
Work Pattern: 3‑shift rotation
2:00pm - 10:00pm (required for this role; candidate must also commit to other shifts)
10:00pm - 6:00am
6:00am - 2:00pmOnsite Requirement: 5 days per week
Pay Rate:
£14.38 per hour
£3.37 per hour shift allowance
Equipment / PPE Requirements
Safety shoes (worker to provide)
Safety glasses (provided on site)
Bump cap (provided on site)
Key Responsibilities
Adhering to all site EHS policies and site requirements
Operating quality testing equipment and testing systems
Carrying out quality testing on site and offsite manufactured products
Controlling shipping release to meet deadlines
Ensuring prompt communication of non‑conformances to relevant manufacturing areas
Demonstrating strong IT skills and understanding
Maintaining excellent attention to detail and ability to analyse and understand data
Required Skills & Experience
Previous quality experience or laboratory background
Knowledge of SPC / SAP / DPQX
Knowledge of Product RSFs and quality standards
EHS‑conscious with engagement in behavioural safety programmes (e.g. SEE & ACT)
Understanding and application of continuous improvement and root cause analysis techniques
Competent IT skills, including working knowledge of:
Microsoft Office (Outlook)
e‑Matrix
SAP
Competent in report writing
Strong organisational skills and ability to chase progress
Mathematically competent
Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organisation
Familiarity with, and understanding of, test equipment
Able to work independently, showing initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team
Quality department and shift‑working experience preferred
Education
Working towards a quality qualification or higher education
ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process
Location: Aycliffe
Contract Type: 3‑month contract initially
Hours: 39 hours per week
Work Pattern: 3‑shift rotation
2:00pm - 10:00pm (required for this role; candidate must also commit to other shifts)
10:00pm - 6:00am
6:00am - 2:00pmOnsite Requirement: 5 days per week
Pay Rate:
£14.38 per hour
£3.37 per hour shift allowance
Equipment / PPE Requirements
Safety shoes (worker to provide)
Safety glasses (provided on site)
Bump cap (provided on site)
Key Responsibilities
Adhering to all site EHS policies and site requirements
Operating quality testing equipment and testing systems
Carrying out quality testing on site and offsite manufactured products
Controlling shipping release to meet deadlines
Ensuring prompt communication of non‑conformances to relevant manufacturing areas
Demonstrating strong IT skills and understanding
Maintaining excellent attention to detail and ability to analyse and understand data
Required Skills & Experience
Previous quality experience or laboratory background
Knowledge of SPC / SAP / DPQX
Knowledge of Product RSFs and quality standards
EHS‑conscious with engagement in behavioural safety programmes (e.g. SEE & ACT)
Understanding and application of continuous improvement and root cause analysis techniques
Competent IT skills, including working knowledge of:
Microsoft Office (Outlook)
e‑Matrix
SAP
Competent in report writing
Strong organisational skills and ability to chase progress
Mathematically competent
Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organisation
Familiarity with, and understanding of, test equipment
Able to work independently, showing initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team
Quality department and shift‑working experience preferred
Education
Working towards a quality qualification or higher education
ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process