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Food microbiologist

Northampton
The Weetabix Food Company
Food microbiologist
Posted: 1 September
Offer description

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.
We're always looking to connect with talented individuals who can help shape the future of our business.

On-Site full time including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings - it’s a must! While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or flexibility where needed.
The primary objective of this role is to minimise the risk of microbiological contamination in our products, ensuring the safety of our consumers and protecting our business. You will serve as the go-to expert in Microbiology, addressing business needs related to this field and spearheading our Microbiology risk assessment program.


Serve as the microbiology expert, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance food safety.
Promote food safety through HACCP and best practices in cleaning and sanitation.
Provide technical microbiology support for audits, specifications, customer queries, and best practice sharing.
Identify and mitigate emerging microbiological risks.
Enhance lab methodologies and testing programs to maintain industry standards.
Oversee microbiology lab operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and accreditation.
Proficient in microbiological testing methods and analytical equipment validation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Fully qualified Microbiologist.
A strong academic foundation in biological sciences, ideally with a degree in microbiology.
Significant laboratory/food safety experience.
Deep understanding of microbiological principles, food safety standards, and contamination control.

In depth scientific and technical understanding of industry-standard micro test methods, analytical systems, and risk assessment procedures.
At least 3 years of Microbiology/Laboratory/food safety/ experience.
Experience with an FMCG business.

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.


~ Annual bonus 7.Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
~25 days annual leave increasing with service
~ Annual Salary review
~ Healthcare plan
~ Discounted Weetabix products


As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days additional annual leave
The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

Check out our website for more information:
Annual bonus
Double matched ER contributed pension scheme
Annual Salary review
Please Note: Our company policy is not to advertise salaries as we want to benchmark all candidates based on skills and experience that need to be evidenced upon application and screening.
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