Senior Lab Technician - 6 Month FTC, Burton Latimer
Client: Weetabix
Location: Burton Latimer, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 952b6b18224e
Job Views: 2
Posted: 14.05.2025
Expiry Date: 28.06.2025
Job Description:
Note: We are not supporting candidates who require sponsorship for this position.
We utilize our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as needed for additional support.
We are committed to promoting diversity and equality throughout Weetabix, especially within our recruitment processes.
We are always seeking to enhance our teams with diverse skills, experiences, backgrounds, and personalities. If your skills and experience are unique and you believe you can add value to the role and/or Weetabix, we encourage you to submit your CV or apply. We recognize that no candidate will meet 100% of the qualifications, but we aim to attract the right talent for our growth.
While you might not be the perfect fit now, we are always looking for talented individuals!
Interview process: Two-stage interview process
Working pattern: On-site, Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00
The Role:
The primary focus is to execute the microbiological testing program, delivering accurate, timely, and reliable results to support business decisions and ensure food safety and quality. You will also contribute to process improvements, problem-solving initiatives, and new product development.
* Conduct microbiology tests, interpret results with scientific knowledge and risk assessment.
* Follow safety and housekeeping protocols, report hazards promptly.
* Assist in internal audits and laboratory accreditation processes.
* Validate, troubleshoot, and monitor lab methods and equipment; train team members as needed.
* Coordinate external testing when necessary.
* Perform routine maintenance and calibration of equipment.
* Support the Lab Manager or Lab Analyst as deputy, supporting risk assessments.
Requirements:
* Biology, A-level or equivalent, or a science-related degree or relevant lab experience.
* Microbiology or Chemistry professional experience.
* Understanding of basic statistics and ISO 17025 accreditation.
* Technical microbiology skills, including PCR, are beneficial.
* Strong planning, organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
* Ability to make decisions and understand their impact and urgency.
* Alignment with Weetabix values.
* Curiosity and a drive to find new ways of doing business.
* Ability to stay updated in your field of expertise.
Nice to Haves:
* Laboratory experience with ISO 17025 accreditation and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Benefits:
* Competitive salary & flexible annual benefits.
* Excellent pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution.
* Annual salary review.
* Access to 24/7 counseling services (partnered with Grocery Aid).
* Additional employee benefits such as maternity/paternity leave, dependants and carers leave, fertility treatment leave, and support groups.
For more information, visit: Weetabix Careers
Note: Our policy is not to advertise salaries; we benchmark based on skills and experience during application and screening.
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