Laboratory Assistant - Settle

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Settle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company is seeking a Laboratory Assistant at Settle Creamery. The role involves conducting tests, maintaining records, and ensuring quality standards in a collaborative environment. Training is provided for those without prior laboratory experience. Join a team committed to sustainability and innovation in the dairy industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

Discounted on-site staff shop

Free on-site parking

On-site canteen

Christmas cheese hamper for staff

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience is beneficial but not essential; training will be provided.
• Experience in the food industry and food safety knowledge is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests to analyze utility samples and perform positive release testing.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate results to relevant departments.
• Ensure laboratory instruments are functioning correctly and participate in audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Professional integrity

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant at Settle Creamery

As a Laboratory Assistant at Settle Creamery, you will play a key role in transforming raw milk into high-quality products, ensuring manufacturing standards, safety, and continual process development.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct tests to analyze utility samples, perform positive release testing for products, and carry out environmental swabbing and basic microbiology tests.
2. Maintain accurate records using designated quality control tools and software, and communicate results to relevant departments.
3. Ensure laboratory instruments are functioning correctly, calibrated, and verified methods are used.
4. Coach colleagues and participate in internal GMP audits as part of the site auditing team.

Qualifications and Skills

• A strong sense of professional integrity and passion for high-quality work.
• Attention to detail to ensure 100% accuracy in recording data.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external teams.
• Laboratory experience is beneficial but not essential; training will be provided.
• Experience in the food industry and food safety knowledge is a plus but not required; training will be provided.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual review.
• Employer pension matched up to 6%.
• Discounted on-site staff shop with Arla products.
• Free on-site parking.
• On-site canteen.
• Christmas cheese hamper for staff.

Application Process

If interested, please apply via the provided link or contact Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods.

Please note we are not partnered with recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask agencies not to submit CVs, as they will not be considered.

About Arla

Arla is a global dairy industry leader committed to sustainability and innovation. We value diversity, collaboration, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Join us to shape the future of dairy and make a positive impact on the planet.