Laboratory Technician - 6 Month FTC

Acu-IT.net; North Petherton; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a fixed-term contract in Bridgwater. You will ensure product quality through testing and data analysis, supporting operational teams. The ideal candidate should have HACCP awareness, knowledge of microbiology, and problem-solving skills. Join us for a rewarding role with opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Paid overtime

Pension scheme with company matching

Life assurance

264.5 hours of holiday per year

Discounts across major retailers

Free secure onsite parking

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver accurate and timely quality testing and analysis.
• Support operational teams with quality control and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to building and maintaining the Quality Management System.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of monthly reports and performance metrics.
• Play a key role in internal and external audits.
• Champion best practices in lab organisation and hygiene.

Skills

HACCP Awareness (Level 2-3)

Knowledge of microbiology and aseptic techniques

Problem-solving skills (Yellow/Green Belt, A3 methodology)

Job description

Mller UK & Irelandis Wholly Owned By Unternehmensgruppe Theo Mller Which Employs Over 31,000 People Throughout Europe. In The UK, Mller Develops, Manufactures And Markets a Wide Range Of Branded And Private Label Dairy Products Made With Milk From 1,300 Farmers In Britain.Mller Is Ranked Within The Top 20 In The Grocer's Top 100 List Of Britain's Biggest Brands And Is Picked From Shelves Millions Of Times Each Year. Mller UK & Ireland Includes

Mller Milk & Ingredients which aims to be Britain's private label dairy leader and produces branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

Mller Yogurt & Dessertswhich is the UK's leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more Mller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like Mller Corner, Mllerlight, Mller Bliss, Mller Rice, FRijj and Mller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

Laboratory Technician - Bridgwater

Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months)

Shift Pattern:4 on / 4 off rotation

• 2 day shifts (7am-7pm)
• 2 night shifts (7pm-7am)
• Followed by 4 days off
  
  

Salary:£32,475.46 per annum (£15.51/hour)

Are you passionate about quality, precision, and making a real impact in the food industry? Join Mller Milk & Ingredients at our Bridgwater Dairy and become a key player in ensuring our products meet the highest standards.

As aLaboratory Technician, you'll be at the heart of our quality assurance operations, using your expertise to carry out testing, analyse data, and drive continuous improvement across the site.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver accurate and timely quality testing and analysis
• Support operational teams with quality control and troubleshooting
• Contribute to building and maintaining our Quality Management System
• Take ownership of monthly reports and performance metrics
• Play a key role in internal and external audits
• Champion best practices in lab organisation and hygiene
  
  

What We're Looking For

• HACCP Awareness (Level 2-3)
• Knowledge of microbiology and aseptic techniques
• Experience with internal auditing
• Problem-solving skills (Yellow/Green Belt, A3 methodology)
• Familiarity with electronic data capture systems
• Background in dairy science is a plus
  
  

What You'll Get In Return

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Paid overtime
• Pension scheme with Mller matching up to 4%
• Life assurance (2x annual salary)
• 264.5 hours of holiday per year
• Access to Mller Rewards - discounts across major retailers
• Free secure onsite parking
• A supportive and professional working environment
  
  

Ready to bring your skills to a company that values quality and innovation? Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of dairy.

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Contact Details

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Mller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ

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