Laboratory Technician
HRC Recruitment
Linwood · posted 18 August 2026
Job type
full time
Location
Linwood, Renfrewshire
Category
Manufacturing/Surveying
Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Renfrewshire
Salary: Competitive
About the Role
We are a well-established manufacturer of specialist industrial equipment, seeking a proactive and detail-driven Laboratory Technician to join our quality team. This is a hands-on, fully on-site role within a busy lab environment, carrying out routine testing on production materials to ensure our products consistently meet the highest quality standards. Full training will be provided to ensure you're fully equipped to carry out all testing procedures to the required standard.
You'll play a key part in maintaining product reliability across a range of technical manufacturing applications, working methodically to support quality at every stage of production.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare test samples ahead of scheduled laboratory analysis
Conduct a variety of chemical, mechanical, and weight-based product tests
Log results accurately and compile clear testing reports
Keep the laboratory tidy, organised, and operating to required standards
Follow all workplace health and safety guidelines during testing activities
What We're Looking For
A relevant chemistry-based qualification (e.g. HNC, HND) or comparable hands-on experience
Some exposure to a laboratory setting, whether through study, work placement, or employment
A sharp eye for detail and confidence following documented processes step by step
Well organised, with a structured and consistent way of working
General understanding of safe working practices in a lab setting
Any previous background in testing, sample handling, or data logging is a bonus, though not required
What's on Offer
Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
Strong holiday allowance including festive-period shutdown
Generous contributory pension scheme
Employee wellbeing support programme
Additional employee perks throughout the year
Apply Now
If you're looking to build a career in laboratory-based quality testing within a stable, technically-focused manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this role or contact Elena Dimitrova at (url removed) or at number (phone number removed)
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