Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our highly successful manufacturing company in Frome, who are actively seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technician to join the team.
What you will be doing: You will be required to carry out all tests within both labs (Chemistry and Microbiology). Operate equipment such as Autoclaves, FTIR Spectroscopes, NIR spectrometers. Complete daily taste panels and manage reference samples. Ensure that all stock is rotated correctly, conduct stock-takes, and report to management any stock needs. Be competent with lab databases LIMs or similar system. Test via internal and external monitoring procedures, and conduct internal audits to a given schedule. Carry out environmental and plant hygiene swabs. Determine and act on non-complying results by communicating information and following up with re-sampling and re-testing. Use positive release systems for product ingredients and finished products. What you will need to succeed: Previous chemistry or micro laboratory experience, ideally in the Food industry. Good communication skills with colleagues and all levels of management. Demonstrate ability to work under pressure, assess workload, and manage breaks to ensure all testing is carried out in a timely manner. Able to work to strict procedures and be audited while carrying out tasks within the lab. What you will receive in return: £29,984.07 per annum DOE. 3 rotating shifts: Earlies, Lates, Nights - Full time - 37.30 hours. Company pension 6% employer contribution (Salary exchange). Childcare vouchers (Salary exchange). 25 days holiday + Bank holidays. Company sick pay. 4 x Death in Service. What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please email or contact me on (phone number removed) to discuss further.
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