Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the analysis of food samples for a given method using laboratory techniques. Further, assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory.

Part time position working one of two shift patterns:

- Sunday 15:30 to 19:30 and Monday to Thursday: 18:00 to 20:00. 20 hours per week.

- Thursday and Friday 16:00 - 22:00 and Saturday 14:30 to 20:30. 18 hours per week.

• Undertaking all tasks within the main food laboratory appropriate to the level of training given to you by team leaders and management.
• Registration, preparation and analysis of food samples as required.
• Adhering to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
• Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed throughout the day.
• Maintain turnaround time at >99%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
• Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept in a clean and tidy manner.
• Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Manual in order to ensure compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents which are referred to in the manual.
• To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• A flexible approach to work will be required to assist other departments as and when required.
• Assist with continuous improvement within the microbiology department.

• 5 or more GCSE’s, or equivalent.
• Experience in working in part of a team.
• Good organisation and time management.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to self motivate.

• Additional Annual Leave at employees set service dates.
• Company Pension Plan.
• Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary).
• Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service).
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential.
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes.
• Free parking.
• Worldwide career opportunities.
• Rewards recognising the great work employees deliver, their dedicated service and celebrating special life events.

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