Laboratory Technician

About the Role

Do you have a keen interest in Science and looking to work in an accredited laboratory?

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone already working in science wishing to enhance their knowledge or maybe take that next step in your career.

As a Laboratory Technician, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded.

We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things include the following:

• £24,444.42 - £25,900.88
• 31 Days Holiday
• 3% Pension
• Life Insurance
• Various lifestyle benefits, including wellbeing resources

0700 - 1900 - Rotating pattern 7 out of 14 days

We are currently looking for staff to work on a rotational shift pattern that operates as follows:

• 2 Days On, 2 Days Off, 3 Days On, 2 Days Off, 2 Days On, 3 Days Off
• Example Shift Pattern (over 2 weeks):
  • Week 1:
    • Tue - Wed:
      Off
    • Thu - Fri:
      On
    • Sat - Mon:
      Off
  • Week 2:
    • Tue - Wed:
      On
    • Thu - Fri:
      Off
    • Sat - Mon:
      On

This cycle repeats every 2 weeks.

As a Laboratory Technician, you will: be a key player in the Laboratory department, the Laboratory Technician will perform microbiological, chemical, serological and other analysis, as well as media preparation to enable good customer service in undertaking testing requirements.

• Undertaking routine laboratory work and performing analysis to CLAS / RSA, UKAS and DEFRA standards.
• Using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in accordance with the procedures.
• Liaising with internal and external customers, dealing with their requests and queries.
• Carrying out environmental controls, QA controls and ensuring adherence to the task rota.
• Participating in the EQA / IQA proficiency schemes.

• Education to A level (or equivalent) in Biology or other relevant scientific subject or relevant experience
• NHC / HND / Degree in science equivalent is ideal
• Experience of laboratory testing in a food laboratory
• Strong attention to detail
• Competent IT Skills

Avara Foods is one of the UK’s largest food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the nation’s most popular supermarkets and restaurants. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which include feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 7000 people. This is achieved by investing in people, utilising the latest technology and being uncompromising in our commitment to high quality and food standards.

If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets or Poultry.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.