Job Description

My client based in Kendal is looking to recruit a full time Lab Technician.

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to provide an analytical service in both Chemical and Microbiological to support the site. The quality of the product made has to be assured at each step of the process. The results produced by our technicians will be used to grade the products.

As a technician you would work within the Quality Department, reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor and working as part of a team of technicians. You will be working in our newly built Micro Lab, using brand new, state of the art equipment.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the baby food market, ideal for someone with an interest in science and food industry. This role is subject to a development plan, covering 3 stages. Each stage will merit a pay increase.

• Stage 1: Lab Technician Level 1, to learn Chemistry and Micro.

• Stage 2: Lab Technician Level 2, increasing knowledge of Chemistry and Micro.

• Stage 3: Senior Laboratory Technician, when knowledgeable and full-skilled in all areas.

This is a full-time role based at our headquarters in Kendal. Working hours are 37.5 per week and can include Saturdays and Sundays.

What you\'ll be doing:

• Perform laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations.

• Carry out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses.

• Responsible for the analysis of raw materials, packaging, intermediates and finished goods for microbiological, chemical and physical attributes .

• Prepare specimens and samples.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, for example pH meter, auto-titrator, automatic pipettes, centrifuge and protein/fat/moisture analytical instrumentation.

• Keep equipment in a clean and serviceable condition and ensure the safe removal of waste

• Record, and where relevant, interpret results to present to senior colleagues.

• Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced and that everything is clearly and correctly labelled.

• Keep up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.

• Conduct searches on identified topics relevant to the research.

• Follow and ensure strict safety procedures and safety checks.

• Calibration of analytical Equipment.

• Undertake ad-hoc analysis as required.

• Ordering & provision of consumables & chemicals.

• Maintenance of data systems.

• Good laboratory practice ensuring their own Health & Safety and those around them.

• Complying with safety procedures including but not limited to: adopting safe working practices, wearing the required protective clothing and use of safety equipment appropriate to the role (PPE).

What you\'ll need:

• A-Level in Biology or Chemistry desirable.

• GCSE in Mathematics and Science is essential, minimum grade B or equivalent.

• Experience in laboratory testing.

• Experience in a food laboratory in a relevant discipline e.g Microbiology or Chemistry is desirable.

• Knowledge of BRC, Regulatory and customer requirements is desirable.

• Be self-motivated and a great team player.

• Be organised, efficient and methodical.

• Have excellent attention to detail.

• Be analytically minded and continuous improvement focused.

• Be quality focussed with a drive to ensure standards are upheld.

• Have excellent computer skills.

The benefits;

• 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with additional holidays granted each year for the first 5 years of employment

• A pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Life Assurance at 2 x basic salary

• Free on-site parking

• Subsidised breakfast

Please contact Pip Gray on 01539 739088 for more info.

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