9 Lab Tech jobs in the United Kingdom

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Graphic PLC has been established in Crediton since 1968, with global manufacturing subsidiaries in the USA, Italy and China. We manufacture high performance printed circuit boards (PCB) in low to medium volumes for blue chip companies worldwide. The main markets are defence, Aerospace, security and communications.

We currently have a vacancy available within our Quality Department. Ideally, you will have some experience working in a quality control/assurance role, however this is not essential. You will be working as part of our Quality Team, focusing on fulfilling various quality requirements, relating to how a manufacturing process has performed and also controlling activities and planning to ensure that the product is fit for purpose. The reputation of our Company relies heavily on the quality of the product. You will be working to aerospace and exacting national, international and customer standards. Full training will be provided to the successful candidates.

The starting salary is £26,249.60 and will increase to £6,427.81 once you begin working the night shift.

The working hours for this role are Monday to Thursday, 6pm to 6am. Please note that there is some flexibility with start and finish times which will be discussed at the interview stage.

Graphic plc is unable to provide sponsorship.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 6,427.81 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Crediton EX17 1HN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

This is a fixed-term contract.

Location

Beaverworld, Ponders End, EN3 7SR

On-site 5 days per week Monday to Friday

A Bit About Us

Beavertown began life in a tiny BBQ joint in Haggerston, North London. In 2020 we opened BEAVERWORLD, our Out of this World brewery & mothership in Enfield. Alongside our Lockwood Brewery in Tottenham Hale and our micro-brewery at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium we have the capacity to brew a staggering 90 million pints a year.

Now, we’re happily brewing loads of great beer - for everyone to enjoy - anywhere in the universe.although tastes best when drank on Earth. So, if you’re after some tasty beer with a difference you’ve come to the right place.

The Role

Fancy joining the Quality Team where you’ll ensure that all of our beer is produced to the highest standards through Microbiological, analytical, and sensory checks.

In this role, you’ll provide support with general Lab practices including collection and management of samples, yeast health management, cleaning of the Lab and the production of daily Lab reports.

What You’ll Be Doing

General lab

• Good Lab practice and maintenance of high standards of safety
• Collect, manage and process samples according to the sampling plan
• Yeast health management including cultivation and propagation, when required
• Prepare stock solutions and media, inoculating and incubating samples
• Simultaneously deal with multiple support activities and requests
• Work on becoming a cross-functional QC Lab team member (phys-chem, microbiology, sensory)
• Clean and decontaminate the Laboratory
• Help to maintain all Quality standards within the Laboratory
• Be part of projects and project support team member.

Data reporting

• Record data efficiently
• Produce daily reports of physical-chemical and microbiological results for all sites, or other sites if needed
• Communicate the Laboratory results and main constraints efficiently in the Department to the internal team during dedicated meetings or via internal messaging system

Stock and supply management

• Manage Lab stock and resources: maintenance of incoming inspection plan

Extra

• Contribute to Beavertown events and festivals and represent the brewery in public
• Increase your understanding of the art and science of brewing through study and investigation
• Demonstrate the ‘Beavertown Way’ to visitors and clients through your knowledge, enthusiasm, and hospitality

What you’ll bring to us

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in Brewing Science, Biology, Chemistry or another relevant field; or relevant technical experience
• Evidence of effective communication within and between teams
• Able to work efficiently and with incredible attention to detail
• Ability to think and operate with initiative and troubleshoot wherever necessary
• Flexible and quick to learn

Desirable

• Project investigation related to food or beverages
• Experience or contact with the brewing industry

What’s In It For You

• Discounts on Beavertown beer and goodies
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days Annual Leave plus a day off to celebrate your birthday
• 2 days off every year for volunteering
• Private healthcare and Company pension
• Team and company social events including monthly lunch

This is a fixed-term contract.

Location

Beaverworld, Ponders End, EN3 7SR

On-site 5 days per week Monday to Friday

A Bit About Us

Beavertown began life in a tiny BBQ joint in Haggerston, North London. In 2020 we opened BEAVERWORLD, our Out of this World brewery & mothership in Enfield. Alongside our Lockwood Brewery in Tottenham Hale and our micro-brewery at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium we have the capacity to brew a staggering 90 million pints a year.

Now, we’re happily brewing loads of great beer - for everyone to enjoy - anywhere in the universe.although tastes best when drank on Earth. So, if you’re after some tasty beer with a difference you’ve come to the right place.

The Role

Fancy joining the Quality Team where you’ll ensure that all of our beer is produced to the highest standards through Microbiological, analytical, and sensory checks.

In this role, you’ll provide support with general Lab practices including collection and management of samples, yeast health management, cleaning of the Lab and the production of daily Lab reports.

What You’ll Be Doing

General lab

• Good Lab practice and maintenance of high standards of safety
• Collect, manage and process samples according to the sampling plan
• Yeast health management including cultivation and propagation, when required
• Prepare stock solutions and media, inoculating and incubating samples
• Simultaneously deal with multiple support activities and requests
• Work on becoming a cross-functional QC Lab team member (phys-chem, microbiology, sensory)
• Clean and decontaminate the Laboratory
• Help to maintain all Quality standards within the Laboratory
• Be part of projects and project support team member.

Data reporting

• Record data efficiently
• Produce daily reports of physical-chemical and microbiological results for all sites, or other sites if needed
• Communicate the Laboratory results and main constraints efficiently in the Department to the internal team during dedicated meetings or via internal messaging system

Stock and supply management

• Manage Lab stock and resources: maintenance of incoming inspection plan

Extra

• Contribute to Beavertown events and festivals and represent the brewery in public
• Increase your understanding of the art and science of brewing through study and investigation
• Demonstrate the ‘Beavertown Way’ to visitors and clients through your knowledge, enthusiasm, and hospitality

What you’ll bring to us

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in Brewing Science, Biology, Chemistry or another relevant field; or relevant technical experience
• Evidence of effective communication within and between teams
• Able to work efficiently and with incredible attention to detail
• Ability to think and operate with initiative and troubleshoot wherever necessary
• Flexible and quick to learn

Desirable

• Project investigation related to food or beverages
• Experience or contact with the brewing industry

What’s In It For You

• Discounts on Beavertown beer and goodies
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days Annual Leave plus a day off to celebrate your birthday
• 2 days off every year for volunteering
• Private healthcare and Company pension
• Team and company social events including monthly lunch

Element has an opportunity for a Lab Technician to join our rapidly expanding Connected Technologies business at our state-of-the-art laboratory in Surrey Hills, Guildford.

As a member of our Radio Testing team, you will perform a variety of testing assignments to ensure cutting edge consumer electrical devices meet specific radio testing standards and are safe for manufactures to bring to market.

Core responsibilities

• Prepare material specimens for testing
• Perform tests as directed by customer specifications
• Operate under the supervision of a more senior test technician and/or a Department Manager
• Gather and record test data
• Construct and maintain various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment

.Key Skills

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety
• HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
• 0-2 years’ experience in a testing related field
• Basic understanding of testing concepts
• Possess computer skills.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus

Benefits of working at Element

33 days annual holiday, consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public / x4 Life Assurance / Legal & General Pension scheme / Cycle Scheme / Free Onsite Refreshments / Recommend a Friend Bonus / Perks At Work Discount Scheme / Training and enhanced career progression

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Robotics Technician

Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next-gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications.

Our Mission

At Humanoid we strive to create the world’s leading, commercially scalable, safe, and advanced humanoid robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life and amplify human capacity.

Vision

In a world where artificial intelligence opens up new horizons, our faith in its potential unveils a new outlook where, together, humans and machines build a new future filled with knowledge, inspiration, and incredible discoveries. The development of a functional humanoid robot underpins an era of abundance and well-being where poverty will disappear, and people will be able to choose what they want to do. We believe that providing a universal basic income will eventually be a true evolution of our civilization.

Solution

As the demands on our built environment rise, labour shortages loom. With the world’s workforce increasingly moving away from undesirable tasks, the manufacturing, construction, and logistics industries critical to our daily lives are left exposed. By deploying our general-purpose humanoid robots in environments deemed hazardous or monotonous, we envision a future where human well-being is safeguarded while closing the gaps in critical global labour needs.

Role Overview

The Robotics Lab Technician plays a key support role within the Robotics team, ensuring the smooth and continuous operation of all robotic platforms and associated infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining lab equipment, assisting with hardware prototyping, constructing and modifying test environments, and providing hands-on support during data collection and research experiments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong practical background in mechanical and/or electronic systems, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary, fast-paced research setting. This is a night shift-based role.

Responsibilities

• Robot Maintenance and Fault Resolution
• Carry out routine inspections, calibrations, and preventative maintenance on robotic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, including actuators, sensors, cabling, and Linux based systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and fault logs using internal systems.
• Experiment and Data Collection Support
• Support research and data collection teams in the preparation and execution of experimental sessions.
• Set up robots and related systems in advance of tests; monitor equipment during live runs.
• Provide technical assistance during testing to minimise downtime.
• Ensure proper data handling, including logging, backups, and equipment checks.
• Environment and Testbed Construction
• Build and reconfigure physical testing environments (e.g. indoor navigation spaces, mock domestic/industrial settings).
• Adapt setups to suit specific experiment protocols or hardware requirements.
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and compliant workspace in line with health and safety regulations.
• Hardware Prototyping and Assembly
• Assist engineering teams in the assembly and modification of mechanical and electrical prototypes.
• Follow technical drawings and instructions for constructing or adjusting subsystems.
• Use hand tools, basic power tools, soldering equipment, and test instruments as required.
• Lab Operations and Inventory Management
• Monitor and manage stock levels of components, tools, consumables, and equipment.
• Keep detailed records of repairs, equipment configurations, and setup procedures.
• Help coordinate lab usage and maintain shared workspaces.
• Support compliance with internal lab protocols and assist with audits where necessary.

Expertise

• Technical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in robotics, mechatronics, electronics, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with robotic systems, hardware assembly, and fault-finding.
• Familiarity with sensors, microcontrollers, motors, embedded systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Competence using hand tools, soldering equipment, and test instruments (e.g. multimeters).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and mechanical schematics.
• Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail in both practical work and documentation.
• Comfortable working independently or collaboratively, with clear and professional communication.
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System), Linux systems, or serial communication tools.

Desirable Skills And Experience

• Familiarity with 3D printing, CNC machinery, or laser cutting equipment.
• Basic scripting or programming (e.g. Python, Bash)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan
• Paid vacation and travel opportunities to our London, Vancouver, and Boston offices
• Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and regular team events
• Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives
• Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics
• Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy

Robotics Technician

Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next-gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications.

Our Mission

At Humanoid we strive to create the world’s leading, commercially scalable, safe, and advanced humanoid robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life and amplify human capacity.

Vision

In a world where artificial intelligence opens up new horizons, our faith in its potential unveils a new outlook where, together, humans and machines build a new future filled with knowledge, inspiration, and incredible discoveries. The development of a functional humanoid robot underpins an era of abundance and well-being where poverty will disappear, and people will be able to choose what they want to do. We believe that providing a universal basic income will eventually be a true evolution of our civilization.

Solution

As the demands on our built environment rise, labour shortages loom. With the world’s workforce increasingly moving away from undesirable tasks, the manufacturing, construction, and logistics industries critical to our daily lives are left exposed. By deploying our general-purpose humanoid robots in environments deemed hazardous or monotonous, we envision a future where human well-being is safeguarded while closing the gaps in critical global labour needs.

Role Overview

The Robotics Lab Technician plays a key support role within the Robotics team, ensuring the smooth and continuous operation of all robotic platforms and associated infrastructure. This role is responsible for maintaining lab equipment, assisting with hardware prototyping, constructing and modifying test environments, and providing hands-on support during data collection and research experiments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong practical background in mechanical and/or electronic systems, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary, fast-paced research setting. This is a night shift-based role.

Responsibilities

• Robot Maintenance and Fault Resolution
• Carry out routine inspections, calibrations, and preventative maintenance on robotic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, including actuators, sensors, cabling, and Linux based systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and fault logs using internal systems.
• Experiment and Data Collection Support
• Support research and data collection teams in the preparation and execution of experimental sessions.
• Set up robots and related systems in advance of tests; monitor equipment during live runs.
• Provide technical assistance during testing to minimise downtime.
• Ensure proper data handling, including logging, backups, and equipment checks.
• Environment and Testbed Construction
• Build and reconfigure physical testing environments (e.g. indoor navigation spaces, mock domestic/industrial settings).
• Adapt setups to suit specific experiment protocols or hardware requirements.
• Maintain a safe, tidy, and compliant workspace in line with health and safety regulations.
• Hardware Prototyping and Assembly
• Assist engineering teams in the assembly and modification of mechanical and electrical prototypes.
• Follow technical drawings and instructions for constructing or adjusting subsystems.
• Use hand tools, basic power tools, soldering equipment, and test instruments as required.
• Lab Operations and Inventory Management
• Monitor and manage stock levels of components, tools, consumables, and equipment.
• Keep detailed records of repairs, equipment configurations, and setup procedures.
• Help coordinate lab usage and maintain shared workspaces.
• Support compliance with internal lab protocols and assist with audits where necessary.

Expertise

• Technical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in robotics, mechatronics, electronics, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with robotic systems, hardware assembly, and fault-finding.
• Familiarity with sensors, microcontrollers, motors, embedded systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Competence using hand tools, soldering equipment, and test instruments (e.g. multimeters).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, circuit diagrams, and mechanical schematics.
• Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail in both practical work and documentation.
• Comfortable working independently or collaboratively, with clear and professional communication.
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System), Linux systems, or serial communication tools.

Desirable Skills And Experience

• Familiarity with 3D printing, CNC machinery, or laser cutting equipment.
• Basic scripting or programming (e.g. Python, Bash)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan
• Paid vacation and travel opportunities to our London, Vancouver, and Boston offices
• Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and regular team events
• Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives
• Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics
• Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy

A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD A CAREER WITH A GROWING MEDICAL DEVICES REPAIR COMPANY - SPECIALISING IN ULTRASOUND PROBES

Job Title: Trainee Ultrasound Probe Repair Lab Technician

Location: Northamptonshire - Commutable to Corby

Salary: Starting 27K but when trained up rapid incremental pay rises

The new Trainee will receive comprehensive training in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining ultrasound probes while ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 regulations. This role requires a willingness to learn, attention to detail, and the ability to work within a team environment.

Training & Skill Development:

• Participate in hands-on training to learn ultrasound probe repair techniques.
• Work under the guidance of senior technicians and the Workshop Manager.
• Develop an understanding of repair protocols and industry best practices.

Technical Assistance:

• Assist in troubleshooting and basic repair of ultrasound probes.
• Support technicians in conducting inspections and testing for functionality.
• Learn to follow technical documentation and repair guidelines.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Understand and adhere to ISO 13485 and other relevant quality and safety regulations.
• Assist in maintaining accurate repair records and documentation.
• Follow quality control procedures and workshop safety standards.

Workshop Collaboration & Efficiency:

• Work closely with senior technicians and team members.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist in managing tools, equipment, and inventory as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in medical device repair.
• Basic understanding of electronics or mechanical repair is a plus.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to follow instructions and technical documentation.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Education or background in electronics, biomedical engineering, or a related field (preferred but not required).

If you are interested in this position please send an updated CV to