Microbiology Lab Analyst – Saturday Part-Time

Samworth Brothers; Callington; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 20,664,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension scheme

Private health scheme

Employee discount scheme

Experience annual pay reviews

Profit related pay

Training and growth opportunities

Based in Callington, Cornwall

Job summary

Westward Laboratories, part of the Samworth Brothers Group, is looking for a dedicated Laboratory Analyst to join our high-performing team. This is a part-time weekend role, based in Callington, Cornwall, focusing on microbiological testing of food and materials with aseptic techniques and adherence to quality standards.

You will log results in LIMS, monitor equipment, and contribute to a customer-focused lab culture while supporting training and teamwork.

Qualifications

• A-levels in science subjects or 5 GCSEs (grade C or above).
• Previous laboratory experience (microbiology preferred).
• Strong evaluation and observation skills.
• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological testing of food and materials, including sample preparation, plating, and interpretation, while adhering to aseptic techniques and quality standards.
• Maintain laboratory hygiene by performing daily cleaning routines, ensuring personal cleanliness, and properly disposing of waste.
• Monitor and record equipment performance, performing scheduled checks and reporting any malfunctions or deviations.
• Log and analyse test results using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), flagging out-of-specification results to management.
• Support training and teamwork by supervising new staff in procedures you’re proficient in, and promoting a collaborative, customer-focused work culture.

Skills

Lab experience

Aseptic techniques

Observation & evaluation

LIMS

Driving licence

Teamwork & communication

Education

A-levels in science subjects

5 GCSEs

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Westward Laboratories, part of the Samworth Brothers Group, is looking for a dedicated Laboratory Analyst to join our high-performing team. This is a part-time weekend role, based in Callington, Cornwall, focusing on microbiological testing of food and materials with aseptic techniques and adherence to quality standards.

You will log results in LIMS, monitor equipment, and contribute to a customer-focused lab culture while supporting training and teamwork.