Laboratory Technician (Weekends) - 12 month Fixed Term Contract (FTC), Leading to a Permanent Role

Danone; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK seeks a Lab Technician to conduct quality controls and analyze products. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and experience in food manufacturing. Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential. This role involves working weekends and offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team committed to safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in a lab environment within a food manufacturing setting is desirable.
• Knowledge of microbiological analyses is a plus.
• Awareness of food allergens and basic food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Execute controls on raw materials and finished products.
• Perform quality controls and standard analyses.
• Process analysis results and report non-conformities.

Skills

Good lab techniques

Physico-chemical analyses

Communication skills

Problem solving

Knowledge of IT systems

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

MS Office

Job description

About the Job

We currently have an opportunity for a Lab Technician position, working Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday & Tuesday with a start time between 800 AM and 900 AM, for 8 hours per day.

You will join a dynamic team with a focus on delivering in the safest way possible.

Responsibilities

• Execute controls on raw materials, on semi-finished products, on the process and on finished products in order to detect all non-conformities according to fixed procedures.
• Perform quality controls according to fixed methods and procedures, by taking and preparing samples and performing standard analyses while observing the fixed working methods.
• Process the analysis results (in SAP or Excel), report these results and non-conformities to stakeholders, and calibrate all necessary instruments according to fixed methods and procedures.

About You

You will be able to work using your own initiative, have the ability to prioritise and think ahead with strong communication skills and be able to solve technical and complex problems.

The Following Qualifications/Skills Are Required

• Degree qualified or equivalent
• Knowledge of good lab techniques and physico-chemical analyses; knowledge of microbiological analyses is a plus
• Be able to communicate in written and verbal English
• Experience of working in a lab environment within a food manufacturing environment is desirable
• Have an awareness of food allergen & basic food hygiene
• Working knowledge of IT systems such as MS Office

About us

We are the market leader in an ever-expanding category. We have record breaking teams within the Alpro group and are very proud of our successes. All operational roles are instrumental to the Team winning in all areas, especially Health and Safety.

What’s Next

If you think this role might be of interest, click the link above to apply and you’ll be redirected to the Danone website, or you can contact the HR Department to discuss further. The closing date for applications is 29th September 2025.