Laboratory Technician

Gi Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a temporary ongoing role in Bradford at a top FMCG manufacturer. You will perform analytical checks on products, maintain high standards in the laboratory, and contribute to quality assurance processes. A strong background in science is required, along with effective communication skills and attention to detail. Opportunities for permanent employment may arise.

Qualifications

• Understanding of continuous improvement work practices.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Attention to detail essential.
• Ability to prioritise tasks is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out analytical checks on syrups and finished products to ensure quality.
• Collect samples from manufacturing and perform tests.
• Maintain accurate records and summary sheets as per Labcred requirements.
• Undertake basic microbiology testing.

Skills

Understanding of continuous improvement work practices

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritise tasks

Education

GCSE Science, Maths and English or relevant work experience

Job description

Gi Group are looking for a Laboratory Technician for a leading FMCG manufacturer in West Yorkshire. This is a temporary ongoing vacancy working on continental shifts, with excellent pay rates potential permanent opportunity. If you want to be a part of a leading manufacturing company and have relevant knowledge, please apply now!

Job Purpose

To carry out analytical checks on both syrups & finished products ensuring product quality. Carry out other service tasks which ensure the efficient operation of the production department.

Principal Responsibilities

• Collect samples of product from Manufacturing
• Carry out standardised analytical tests on batches, charge up samples, finished product, stock holds & complaint samples. Interpret results, understanding brix (sugar) and pH levels & communicate to production or appropriate personnel.
• Carry out standardised analytical tests of raw materials including mineral water and comminute
• Set up of HPLC instrumentation
• Using standardised calculations determine, recommend & recheck material adjustments for the mixing department
• Use the Manufacturing Execution System to release syrup batches to production
• Taste testing of all finished goods batches, identifying issues where appropriate
• Follow standardised procedures to determine acid and brix levels in customer complaints and report on findings.
• Check packaging and coding against specifications using SAP system, communicate results & ensure extra checks are carried out if failures have been determined. Identify product to be held if out of specification.
• Organise storage of retained samples & ensure housekeeping in both Laboratory & keeper room is maintained to a high standard.
• Participation in external proficiency checks as required by the Quality Assurance Supervisor.
• Undertake basic microbiology testing, including plate pouring and incubation.
• Maintain accurate records, report sheets & summary sheets as per Labcred requirements.

General Responsibilities

• Understand and take an active role in lean manufacturing work practices including 5S, AM and problem solving (including root cause analysis), to drive continuous improvement activity throughout the site
• You must exercise reasonable skill and care for the health and safety of yourself and other people at work and you must not interfere with or obstruct anything provided in the interests of health and safety at work.
• The incumbent should demonstrate behaviours which are in line with the site values & help to improve the Quality, Safety & Environmental culture.
• Support the business in working towards delivering our ethical trading and human rights vision.
• When engaging with internal and external stakeholders (such as consumers, customers or suppliers) maximise any potential opportunities to communicate Princes' ethical trade and human rights approach.

These are the key daily tasks, not a comprehensive list of all tasks undertaken by the job holder. Flexibility is required by the business & this will be agreed with the individual's line manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Understanding of continuous improvement work practices
• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• GCSE Science, Maths and English or relevant work experience

If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply now or email your CV. Thank you.

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.

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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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