Laboratory Technician jobs in United Kingdom

Laboratory Technician

Trowbridge

Competitive Salary

We're working on behalf of a fantastic client in the food manufacturing industry, looking for a skilled Laboratory Technician to join their team. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to work in a fast-paced environment where quality is paramount, this could be the perfect role for you!

What you'll be doing as a Laboratory Technician

1. Conducting microbiological testing on ingredients and finished products.
2. Performing environmental and plant hygiene swabs to ensure top-quality standards.
3. Participating in taste panels and managing reference samples.
4. Operating lab equipment such as autoclaves, FTIR spectroscopes, and NIR spectrometers.
5. Keeping accurate records and using lab databases like LIMs or similar systems.
6. Investigating and reporting any non-compliant results, ensuring necessary follow-up actions.
7. Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised lab environment.

What you'll bring to the team as Laboratory Technician

1. Local address - only applicants based near Tewkesbury, Somerset will be considered.
2. Experience in a chemistry or microbiology lab.
3. A keen eye for detail and the ability to follow strict lab procedures.
4. Confidence in working independently while managing a fast-paced workload.
5. Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with colleagues.

What's in it for you?

1. Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities.
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
3. 6% employer pension contribution.
4. Life assurance (4x salary).
5. Wellbeing perks.
6. A dynamic, supportive workplace with a culture that values teamwork and innovation.

If you feel like you have the right skills, experience, and passion to be successful in this Laboratory Technician position, please get in touch and apply with Rae Stephenson now!