Laboratory Technologist

Kerry Inc.; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefit platform

Matched pension up to 10%

Employee Assistance Program

Global Recognition Program

OurVoice feedback program

OurShare share plan

MyCommunity volunteering day

Job summary

Kerry Portbury, a specialist dry blending and mixing facility in Bristol, is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to ensure flavour blends meet safety and quality standards. You will perform analytical testing, interpret results, and support continuous improvement while collaborating with production and technical teams.

Working in a fast-paced lab, you will help maintain product integrity, produce timely reports, and support training of colleagues, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with good attention to detail.
• Excellent numerical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends or anomalies.
• Organised, proactive, and capable of working independently or with teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out chemical and physical-chemical analysis of samples, standards and checks.
• Perform laboratory testing under guidance of senior team members.
• Interpret results, identify anomalies and initiate investigations.
• Maintain accurate lab records and ensure timely reporting.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment with routine checks.
• Prepare reagents, standards and consumables for tests.
• Support quality, safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Collaborate with production and internal stakeholders for technical support.
• Assist training and development of colleagues in the lab.
• Support improvement projects and method development activities.
• Deputise for the Laboratory Team Leader when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Numerical communication

Data interpretation

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Job description

Join our team at Kerry Portbury, a specialist dry blending and mixing facility in Bristol that produces flavour blends and ingredient solutions for some of the world's leading food brands. Every week, hundreds of tonnes of products are tested, blended and supplied to customers across the food industry.

As a Laboratory Technologist, you'll play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of food safety, quality and customer expectations. Working in a fast-paced laboratory environment, you'll carry out analytical testing, interpret results, investigate anomalies and support continuous improvement activities across the site.

Working closely with Production, Quality and Technical teams, you'll help maintain product integrity, support operational excellence and ensure accurate, timely reporting that keeps our site and customers performing at their best.

Due to the location of the site, having your own transport is essential.

What will you do?

• Carry out chemical and physical-chemical analysis of samples, standards and internal checks.
• Perform specialised laboratory testing under the guidance of senior team members.
• Interpret analytical results, identify anomalies and initiate investigations where required.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure timely reporting of results.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment, carrying out routine checks and minor adjustments.
• Prepare reagents, standards and laboratory consumables.
• Support laboratory quality, safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Work closely with production teams and internal stakeholders to provide technical support.
• Assist with training and development of colleagues within the laboratory.
• Support continuous improvement projects and method development activities.
• Deputise for the Laboratory Team Leader when required.

Requirements

• Previous laboratory experience within a food, scientific, chemical or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good numerical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends or unusual results.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Experience working to quality, food safety or laboratory management systems would be advantageous.

About us

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition partner for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Working behind the scenes, every day we partner with customers to solve the world's most complex food challenges with our range of differentiated ingredients, technologies, and people. We are passionate about what we do and are constantly innovating to create a healthier, more enjoyable, and sustainable food future without compromise. We are driven to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition and will reach over two billion consumers with sustainable nutrition solutions by 2030.

Our Safety purpose "we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day". We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.

Benefits

• Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%
• Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing
• Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program
• OurVoice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year
• OurShare, Kerry share plan available to all employees, with option to enroll once a year
• MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause