Food Quality Analyst — R&D Lab & QC Testing

Omega Resource Group; Thurcaston; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

On-site canteen

Modern laboratory facilities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is recruiting a Food Quality Analyst for their established R&D laboratory near Leicester. The role covers analytical testing across routine quality control, product innovation, and manufacturing activities.

You will perform routine oil, salt, and moisture analyses, operate titration equipment, and maintain accurate lab records. Experience in a food lab and knowledge of LIMS are beneficial for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food laboratory, quality control, or testing environment.
• Hands‑on experience using titration methods would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy and consistency.
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety and quality procedures.
• Familiarity with routine testing methods and structured processes.
• Experience using LIMS software.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine analytical testing including oil, salt, and moisture analysis.
• Operate and maintain titrators and other laboratory testing equipment.
• Prepare samples and conduct testing in line with standard laboratory procedures.
• Perform calibration, routine checks, and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Record, interpret, and report test results within laboratory systems.
• Support quality testing for product innovation, shelf-life studies, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Investigate issues relating to test results, equipment, or analytical methods.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient laboratory environment.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Analytical testing

Education

Scientific qualification beneficial

Tools

Titrators

LIMS software

Job description

Omega Resource Group is recruiting a Food Quality Analyst for their established R&D laboratory near Leicester. The role covers analytical testing across routine quality control, product innovation, and manufacturing activities.

You will perform routine oil, salt, and moisture analyses, operate titration equipment, and maintain accurate lab records. Experience in a food lab and knowledge of LIMS are beneficial for success.