Laboratory Technician

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; Cramlington; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company in Cramlington is seeking a Laboratory Technician for their food testing team. The role involves conducting food tests and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Candidates should be flexible in working various shifts and possess strong interpersonal skills. A range of benefits, including a performance-related bonus and private medical cover, will be offered.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Generous Annual Leave

Additional day off for birthday

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Discounted Gym Membership

Responsibilities

• Conducting food tests and analysis.
• Ensuring the safety and compliance of food products.
• Working towards quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Flexibility to work various shifts

Positive and proactive attitude

Ability to follow procedures accurately

Effective interpersonal skills

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

• Job Title: Laboratory Technician
• Job Type: Permanent
• Hours: Wednesday to Saturday 2pm to Midnight or Tuesday to Saturday 4pm to Midnight

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our food testing and analytical services team. As a Food Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting Food tests and analysis
• Ensuringthe safety and compliance of food products
• Working towards quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

We welcome candidates who are new to the industry and those who can bring a unique perspective and diverse transferrable skills to our growing team.

As a Laboratory Technician you will demonstrate the following attributes.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow procedures and processes accurately.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including communication and active listening.

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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