Laboratory Technician

We offercommercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritionaland health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, andwines and spirits

What you'll be doing

• Operating and monitoring milling equipment to process cereal samples, including wheat and barley
• Carrying out routine quality checks on raw materials and finished products
• Preparing, receiving and booking samples into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Producing accurate laboratory records, calculations and data for customer reports
• Performing calibration, maintenance and routine checks of laboratory equipment
• Supporting quality activities and ensuring work is conducted in line with company standards
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and hygiene within the laboratory and milling areas
• Assisting with general laboratory and administrative activities as required

What we're looking for

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Mechanical aptitude and confidence operating laboratory or production equipment
• Ability to follow detailed written methods and procedures
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• A flexible and proactive approach to work

What we offer

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant