Flavour Lab Technician

Drnewitt; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Healthcare

Employee benefits scheme

Job summary

Drnewitt in Somerset seeks a Flavour Laboratory Technician to join its growing food manufacturing team in North Somerset. You will work hands-on in an R&D laboratory, preparing flavour samples for UK and European markets, under GMP and safety standards.

The role offers 40 hours per week, with competitive salary dependent on experience and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates have practical lab or food manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and good MS Word/Excel

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory, kitchen, food manufacturing or similar practical setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• Strong MS Excel and Word skills.
• Flexible, proactive approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and compounding flavour samples
• Managing raw materials and laboratory consumables
• Preparing labels and documentation for sample despatch
• Working to GMP, quality and safety standards
• Supporting the wider R&D team in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Good communication

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

I’m currently recruiting for a Flavour Laboratory Technician to join a growing food manufacturing business in North Somerset.

This is a hands-on opportunity within an R&D laboratory, supporting the preparation and development of flavour samples for customers across the UK and European food markets.

The role includes:

• Preparing and compounding flavour samples
• Managing raw materials and laboratory consumables
• Preparing labels and documentation for sample despatch
• Working to GMP, quality and safety standards
• Supporting the wider R&D team in a fast-paced environment

The ideal candidate will have:

• Laboratory, kitchen, food manufacturing or similar practical experience
• Strong attention to detail and organisation
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel
• A flexible, proactive approach
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK

We’re particularly looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Confidence in a practical working environment
• Ownership and accountability for their work
• Excellent organisation and time management
• A positive, hands-on approach

Location: Somerset
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Benefits: 5 weeks' holiday + bank holidays, pension, healthcare, employee benefits scheme.