Laboratory Technologist

Kerry Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension up to 10%

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteer day

Discount platform for retailers

Job summary

Kerry Portbury in Bristol is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to ensure food safety, quality and customer satisfaction. You will perform analytical testing, interpret results and support continuous improvement within a fast-paced lab environment.

You will collaborate with Production, Quality and Technical teams, maintain records and reporting, and assist with training while deputising for the Lab Team Leader when needed. Transport is essential due to site location.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience in food, scientific, chemical or manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with good attention to detail.
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Written & verbal communication

Organisational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Quality systems experience

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.

What do you need to be successful?

• 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.

Why Join Us?

• Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety
• 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

About Kerry

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.