Quality Control (QC) Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Crewe
Hours: Part-time – 10:00am to 2:00pm, 3 days per week (12 hours per week)
Pay: £12.71 per hour

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Assistant to join their Quality team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a chemistry background and practical laboratory experience who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

The successful candidate will support routine quality control activities, ensuring products meet the required specifications while maintaining accurate records and adhering to laboratory and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine quality control testing and inspections.
• Prepare, handle and test chemical samples in line with established laboratory procedures.
• Accurately record test results and maintain laboratory documentation.
• Ensure all testing is completed within required timescales.
• Assist with investigating quality-related issues when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory environment.
• Comply with all health, safety and quality standards.
• Work independently while supporting the wider Quality and Production teams.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (A Level, BTEC, HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Practical laboratory experience.
• Basic knowledge of chemical handling and laboratory safety.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Previous experience within a Quality Control or laboratory environment.
• Understanding of quality systems and laboratory procedures.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or chemical environment.

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