Laboratory Technician – Bridgwater
Fixed Term Contract - 12 months
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rotation
1. 2 day shifts (7am–7pm)
2. 2 night shifts (7pm–7am)
3. Followed by 4 days off
Salary: £34,049.09 per annum
Are you passionate about quality, precision, and making a real impact in the food industry? Join Müller Milk & Ingredients at our Bridgwater Dairy and become a key player in ensuring our products meet the highest standards.
As a Laboratory Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our quality assurance operations, using your expertise to carry out testing, analyse data, and drive continuous improvement across the site.
What You’ll Be Doing:
4. Deliver accurate and timely quality testing and analysis
5. Support operational teams with quality control and troubleshooting
6. Contribute to building and maintaining our Quality Management System
7. Take ownership of monthly reports and performance metrics
8. Play a key role in internal and external audits
9. Champion best practices in lab organisation and hygiene
What We’re Looking For:
10. HACCP Awareness (Level 2–3)
11. Knowledge of microbiology and aseptic techniques
12. Experience with internal auditing
13. Problem-solving skills (Yellow/Green Belt, A3 methodology)
14. Familiarity with electronic data capture systems
15. Background in dairy science is a plus
What You’ll Get in Return:
16. Opportunities for career growth and development
17. Paid overtime
18. Pension scheme with Müller matching up to 4%
19. Life assurance (2x annual salary)
20. 264.5 hours of holiday per year
21. Access to Müller Rewards – discounts across major retailers
22. Free secure onsite parking
23. A supportive and professional working environment
Ready to bring your skills to a company that values quality and innovation? Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of dairy.
At Müller, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re happy to support you.
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