Laboratory Tester (shifts)

Help Shape the Future of Sustainable Manufacturing

Shotton Mill is transforming the UK paper industry, creating the UK's largest recycled containerboard and tissue manufacturing campus.

We're looking for a dedicated and detail-focused Laboratory Tester (shift) to join our Quality team and play a vital role in ensuring our products consistently meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and customer expectations.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment, supporting the production of sustainable paper products while developing your career with a rapidly growing business.

What You'll Be Doing

Quality Testing & Analysis

✅ Collect samples from production in line with quality procedures

✅ Perform paper, pulp, and laboratory quality tests accurately and efficiently

✅ Record, analyse, and maintain test results within company systems

✅ Compare test results against customer and product specifications

✅ Identify and escalate non-conforming products to ensure quality standards are maintained

Product & Process Quality Control

✅ Approve compliant products and support decisions on conditional releases

✅ Conduct customer-specific quality inspections and specialist testing requirements

✅ Archive and manage production trial samples

✅ Assist with incoming quality inspections of auxiliary materials

✅ Support continuous improvement through effective quality monitoring

Laboratory Equipment & Standards

✅ Ensure laboratory equipment is used, maintained, and monitored correctly

✅ Report equipment faults, issues or calibration concerns

✅ Follow laboratory procedures and testing standards at all times

✅ Help maintain accurate records and documentation

Sustainability, Safety & Compliance

✅ Work in accordance with FSC and PEFC certification requirements

✅ Maintain high laboratory housekeeping and cleanliness standards

✅ Follow all Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices

✅ Participate in shift handovers to ensure smooth operational continuity

✅ Report safety concerns and support a positive safety culture

What We're Looking For

Essential

✔ Previous experience in a Laboratory Tester, Quality Control or Quality Assurance role within manufacturing

✔ Strong understanding of quality standards and testing procedures

✔ Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

✔ Good problem-solving and analytical skills

✔ Ability to work effectively as part of a team

✔ Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

✔ Good computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office

✔ Willingness to work a shift-based pattern

Desirable

✔ Experience within paper manufacturing, converting, packaging or process industries

✔ Laboratory testing experience within a production environment

✔ Knowledge of FSC and PEFC standards

✔ Understanding of quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies

Why Join Shotton Mill?

🏭 Be part of one of the UK's most significant manufacturing investments

🌱 Support the production of sustainable, recycled paper products

📈 Excellent opportunities for career development and progression

🤝 Join a supportive, collaborative, and ambitious team

💡 Work with innovative technologies and world-class manufacturing processes

💷 Competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about quality, testing, and manufacturing excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us build the future of sustainable paper manufacturing at Shotton Mill.