Food Laboratory Technologist – Quality & Innovation

Kerry Inc.; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefit platform

Matched pension up to 10%

Employee Assistance Program

Global Recognition Program

OurVoice feedback program

OurShare share plan

MyCommunity volunteering day

Job summary

Kerry Portbury, a specialist dry blending and mixing facility in Bristol, is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to ensure flavour blends meet safety and quality standards. You will perform analytical testing, interpret results, and support continuous improvement while collaborating with production and technical teams.

Working in a fast-paced lab, you will help maintain product integrity, produce timely reports, and support training of colleagues, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with good attention to detail.
• Excellent numerical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends or anomalies.
• Organised, proactive, and capable of working independently or with teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out chemical and physical-chemical analysis of samples, standards and checks.
• Perform laboratory testing under guidance of senior team members.
• Interpret results, identify anomalies and initiate investigations.
• Maintain accurate lab records and ensure timely reporting.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment with routine checks.
• Prepare reagents, standards and consumables for tests.
• Support quality, safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Collaborate with production and internal stakeholders for technical support.
• Assist training and development of colleagues in the lab.
• Support improvement projects and method development activities.
• Deputise for the Laboratory Team Leader when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Numerical communication

Data interpretation

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Job description

Kerry Portbury, a specialist dry blending and mixing facility in Bristol, is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to ensure flavour blends meet safety and quality standards. You will perform analytical testing, interpret results, and support continuous improvement while collaborating with production and technical teams.

Working in a fast-paced lab, you will help maintain product integrity, produce timely reports, and support training of colleagues, with a focus on safety and accuracy.