We are looking for an experienced and motivated Laboratory Technician to join our technical team in a modern, clean FMCG environment in Tewkesbury. You will help ensure our dairy products meet quality, food safety and legal standards.
LOCATION: Tewkesbury Industrial Estate PAY: £ 12.05 per hour HOURS: 37.5 per week WORKING PATTERN Weekdays: Weekday shifts rotate between 05:30, 06:00, 07:00 & 12:00 Saturday: Saturday at 08:00, Sunday at 06:00 Additional Information: Saturday shifts consist of the following times, with approx. 1 Saturday off a month.
Sunday shifts are 06:00-18:00 (approx. once every 6-8 weeks).
03:00-11:00
05:30-13:30
06:00-14:00
07:00-15:00
Midday - end of production
DURATION: Temp to Perm after 12 weeks
What you will be doing - Sampling and testing raw milk and pasteurised dairy products
- Carrying out microbiological, chemical and compositional testing using aseptic technique
- Accurately recording and interpreting laboratory results
- Monitoring HACCP controls and supporting food safety compliance
- Completing water testing and customer Certificates of Analysis
- Keeping laboratory areas clean, tidy and compliant
- Following COSHH, Health & Safety, Food Safety and Good Laboratory Practice procedures
- Working closely with the Laboratory Manager and Technical team
- Undertake any other reasonable laboratory duties to support the efficient operation of the department
What you will bring - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with a strong focus
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good organisation and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work in a busy environment and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends
- Willingness to take part in sensory testing of dairy products
What we are looking for Ideally, you will have: - Previous laboratory experience, preferably within food or dairy manufacturing
- Understanding of standard laboratory practices and accurate record keeping
- Knowledge of microbiology, food hygiene and food safety principles
- Knowledge of laboratory practices, food safety, HACCP or microbiology
- GCSEs or equivalent in English, Maths and Science
- A-Level or equivalent in Biology, Chemistry or a related subject would be advantageous
Experience is not essential. We are particularly interested in candidates who are reliable, accurate and keen to develop their skills.
What You Will Get
- Competitive pay increasing with experience
- Comprehensive training and development - build your career
- Pension, holiday entitlement and staff-discounted dairy products
- Be part of a supportive, community-focused team at the heart of sustainable operations
- Shopping Discounts
- Additional benefits after 12 weeks in the role
Apply now to be a part of a successful and rapidly expanding operation, that puts their employees at its centre. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.  |
