Flavour Lab Technician

D R Newitt & Associates; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks' holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Healthcare

Employee benefits scheme

Job summary

D R Newitt & Associates is seeking a Flavour Laboratory Technician to join a growing food manufacturing business in North Somerset. You will work in an R&D lab preparing and developing flavour samples for UK and European markets.

The role requires hands-on practical experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Word and Excel, with 40 hours per week Monday–Friday and a competitive salary £26,000–£28,000 depending on experience. Benefits include pension and healthcare.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Lab/food lab experience

Attention to detail

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Flexible/Proactive

Communication skills

Driving licence & right to work in the

Job description

Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

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.