Senior QC Technician

Location: Basingstoke, UK

Contract Duration: 9 Months (Temporary, Full-Time)

Pay Rate: £14.14 per hour

Working Hours: 35 hours per week (Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Fri: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM)

Workplace Style: Onsite

An opportunity has arisen for two Senior Quality Control Technicians to join an established team in Basingstoke. You will play a vital role in executing microbiological quality control testing to ensure life-enhancing products consistently meet required safety and performance standard specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological QC testing in line with specified test methods and laboratory SOPs.
• Conduct dehydrated culture media and supplementary reagent testing, as well as media preparation.
• Safely operate laboratory equipment, including autoclaves, and carry out routine equipment checks, audits, cleaning, and waste management.
• Record accurate test results within SAP Quality Management modules and track product progress to provide updates to planning teams.
• Identify and alert Team Leaders of any testing anomalies or failures, assisting with root-cause investigations as needed.
• Active involvement in daily tier board meetings, KPI reporting, and team safety/compliance standards.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Level 6 qualification (Degree/equivalent) in Microbiology or a related scientific field, or equivalent experience (applicants currently studying towards Level 6 will also be considered).
• Laboratory Experience: Hands-on experience with quality control testing in a microbiology laboratory setting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in core microbiological techniques (e.g., pipetting, swabbing, streaking, plate pouring).
• Software: Familiarity with MS Office packages; prior experience using SAP is highly advantageous.
• Core Aptitudes: Strong numerical skill set, precise attention to detail when following written instructions/SOPs, and an accountable, quality-first mindset.

To apply please call Danielle on 07441919646 or apply online today!