Position Type: FT Permanent
We have a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a career within Quality. We are looking for a Laboratory Technologist to join us on a permanent basis. You will be working with our wonderful team in our food manufacturing plant in Portbury, Bristol.
Whether you have previously completed a relevant qualification, have already worked within food manufacturing or are simply looking for the chance to begin your journey within a Lab environment, this could be the perfect role for you.
This role is lab based, rotating between 10-12 different techniques within the lab, you will be developing skills in different quality procedures as well as completing computer-based work within SAP. This role is Monday – Friday on a rotating shift basis of 8-hour shifts between 6am – 10pm.
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
Analysing any of the samples normally dealt with by the Laboratory including internal checks and
analysis of standards. Such analyses may be made using chemical and physical-chemical techniques and where appropriate the procedure to be followed for a given analysis will have to be decided.
Carrying out more specialised analyses under the direction of supervision.
Working to the highest standards of Safety, Hygiene, discipline and performance as defined by Laboratory Procedures.
Recognising anything atypical within your own analytical results and in those of other Laboratory Technologists, if necessary, initiating a check analysis.
Monitoring the daily operation of instruments, making minor adjustments etc as required and drawing Management’s attention to any untoward occurrences.
Supporting the laboratory team leader in the training and development of other members of staff.
Supporting the laboratory team leader in the improvement of existing methods and in the Management.
No experience necessary, however a science background or degree background would be a bonus
Proficient with MS office
Proficient in English, both written and spoken
Previous experience within a laboratory would be beneficial, ideally food manufacturing.
Understanding of PPE and Lab standards would be beneficial.
In return we can offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package as well as the opportunity for self-growth and career development within one of the world’s leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology.
One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.