Dairy Lab Technician | Growth, Training & Benefits

Manpower UK; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive training and development

Pension and holiday entitlement

Staff discount on dairy products

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician for a fast-paced dairy environment in Tewkesbury. You will conduct sampling and testing, record results accurately and support HACCP and safety procedures.

The position offers a 37.5-hour week, weekday and weekend shifts, with a temp-to-perm path after 12 weeks and competitive hourly pay. You will join a supportive technical team focused on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience, preferably within food or dairy manufacturing.
• Understanding of standard laboratory practices and accurate record keeping.
• Knowledge of microbiology, food hygiene and food safety principles.
• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science.
• A-Level or equivalent in Biology or Chemistry would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Sampling and testing raw milk and pasteurised dairy products.
• Carrying out microbiological, chemical and compositional testing using aseptic technique.
• Accurately recording and interpreting laboratory results.
• Monitoring HACCP controls and supporting food safety compliance.
• Completing water testing and customer Certificates of Analysis.
• Keeping laboratory areas clean, tidy and compliant.
• Following COSHH, Health & Safety, Food Safety and Good Laboratory Practice procedures.
• Working closely with the Laboratory Manager and Technical team.
• Undertake any other reasonable laboratory duties to support the efficient operation of the department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Flexibility

Sensory testing

Education

GCSEs English, Maths and Science

A-Level or equivalent in Biology or Chemistry

Job description

Manpower UK is seeking an experienced Laboratory Technician for a fast-paced dairy environment in Tewkesbury. You will conduct sampling and testing, record results accurately and support HACCP and safety procedures.

The position offers a 37.5-hour week, weekday and weekend shifts, with a temp-to-perm path after 12 weeks and competitive hourly pay. You will join a supportive technical team focused on quality and compliance.