Lab Assistant

Adecco

📍 Chorley, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Full-time other-general Posted June 06, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant - Quality Control & Development

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Laboratory Assistant to join our busy, modern materials testing laboratory. This is an interesting and varied role combining routine quality control testing with development work and customer-focused solutions. You'll work as part of a supportive and knowledgeable team, contributing directly to product quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

This role suits someone who enjoys practical lab work, working with machinery and analytical equipment, and handling a high volume of material testing in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control (QC)

Carry out routine QC testing on incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
Perform thermal analysis using DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry) and GC (Gas Chromatography) in line with established procedures.
Conduct viscosity testing, dimensi...