Lab Technician

Lab Technician Taunton, Somerset Immediate start available | Temp-to-perm opportunity Meridian Business Support is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in the Taunton area for a Lab Technician. This role is being offered on a temporary basis initially, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate. If you're looking for more than just your next assignment and want the opportunity to build a long-term career within a stable and supportive business, this could be an excellent fit. This Lab Technician role would suit candidates with experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, laboratory support, quality control or process-based environments. The Role As a Lab Technician, you will carry out a variety of hands-on tasks within a controlled working environment, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately and in line with established procedures. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting specialist manufacturing and processing activities * Handling chemicals and controlled materials in accordance with COSHH and Health & Safety procedures * Preparing, processing and inspecting small components and assemblies * Following detailed work instructions and quality standards * Carrying out checks to ensure consistency and accuracy * Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working area * Working effectively as part of a small team Skills and Experience To be considered for this Lab Technician opportunity, you should have: * Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, laboratory, processing or quality-focused environment * Experience handling chemicals or controlled materials would be advantageous * An understanding of COSHH and workplace Health & Safety requirements * Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work * The ability to follow procedures and work instructions accurately * A reliable, positive and flexible approach to work Applicants with experience as a Manufacturing Operative, Process Operative, Assembly Operative, Laboratory Assistant, Quality Inspector or Manufacturing Technician are encouraged to apply. What's on Offer? * £12.71 - £13.75 per hour, depending on experience * Immediate start available * 35 hours per week * Monday to Friday day shifts * No evenings or weekend working * Full training on company-specific processes * Friendly and supportive working environment * Opportunity to secure a permanent role following a successful temporary period * Long-term career prospects within a well-established business * Convenient Taunton location with good local transport links If you're looking for a Lab Technician role that offers regular hours, the chance to gain specialist skills and the potential to progress into long-term employment, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy