Food Lab Technician – Allergen & Nutrition Testing

Greencore Group; Spalding; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and job-related Ben

Holidays

Life insurance up to 4x salary

Company share save scheme

Greencore Qualifications

Exclusive Greencore employee discount

Wellbeing Centre platform

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Greencore Group in Spalding is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the smooth operation of our UKAS accredited chemistry laboratory. You will carry out testing on nutritional analysis and allergen samples, contributing to high standards within the Quality System and working with experienced technicians.

Based at our Spalding site, the role involves following the Quality System, maintaining safety and accuracy, and collaborating with the laboratory team to deliver reliable results.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (or equivalent).
• Ideally a food science-related qualification.
• Strong interest in science, food safety and laboratory work.
• Clear, confident communicator who works well in a team.
• Organised, flexible and able to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable using basic computer systems.
• Curious, proactive and eager to learn new skills and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory procedures in line with the Quality System and required standards.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date personal training record.
• Communicate clearly where guidance or support is needed to maintain laboratory integrity.
• Work collaboratively as part of a positive, respectful laboratory team.
• Uphold high standards of professional communication at all times.
• Operate safely, maintaining awareness of personal and team safety.
• Apply attention to detail to ensure accurate and reliable test execution.
• Develop understanding of laboratory methods and build scientific capability.
• Support general laboratory activities as required to maintain workflow efficiency.

Skills

Strong interest in science

Clear communicator

Organised and flexible

Attention to detail

Curious and proactive

Education

GCSEs Maths English Science

Food science qualification (desirable)

Tools

Basic computer systems

Job description

Greencore Group in Spalding is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the smooth operation of our UKAS accredited chemistry laboratory. You will carry out testing on nutritional analysis and allergen samples, contributing to high standards within the Quality System and working with experienced technicians.

Based at our Spalding site, the role involves following the Quality System, maintaining safety and accuracy, and collaborating with the laboratory team to deliver reliable results.