Laboratory Technician – Beverage Development
Location: Stourport-on-Severn
Salary: £14.16 per hour
Contract: Temporary contract (6 months, potential extension)
Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm) 37.5hrs
We are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician / Lab Technician to join a leading Beverage Development team in Stourport-on-Severn. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in food science, beverage development, quality assurance (QA), or laboratory testing to gain hands‑on experience in R&D and new product development (NPD).
Key responsibilities
* Prepare beverage samples in line with recipes and specifications
* Support product development (NPD) and innovation projects
* Package and dispatch samples to customers
* Carry out analytical testing and sensory evaluation
* Conduct benchmarking and product comparison activities
* Maintain laboratory equipment, stock control, and consumables
* Assist with SOP writing, documentation, and risk assessments
* Complete administrative and data recording tasks
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Laboratory Technician, Lab Assistant, QA Technician, or Food Production Operative
* Background in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or beverage production (preferred)
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, data entry)
* Excellent communication skills
Desirable skills
* Experience in quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), or food manufacturing
* Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) or HACCP
* Experience working in a laboratory, food production, or FMCG environment
Benefits
* Monday to Friday – no shift work
* Opportunity to develop skills in R&D, NPD, and food/beverage innovation
* Supportive team environment
* Potential contract extension
Location
Commutable from Stourport-on-Severn, Kidderminster, Worcester, Droitwich, Malvern and surrounding areas.
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