Microbiology Technician

CK Group; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global food brand company is seeking a Microbiology Technician for a 6-month contract role based in Wokingham. The successful candidate will perform routine analysis and operate lab equipment. Applicants should have a relevant scientific degree and experience in high volume testing. This role offers a competitive salary of £14.74 per hour PAYE. Enthusiasm and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience of high volume routine testing as a microbiologist.
• Biochemistry or analytical experience.
• A relevant scientific degree or hands-on experience.
• Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out testing for Routine Analysis such as Endotoxins and Total Viable Count.
• Perform a range of basic routine analysis under supervision.
• Operate basic lab equipment.
• Perform lab admin and housekeeping duties.

Skills

High volume routine testing

Biochemistry

Analytical experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Relevant scientific degree

Tools

Laboratory LIMS system

Q-Pulse

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Microbiology Technician to join a leading global food brand company on a contract basis initially for 6 months.

Salary: £14.74 per hour PAYE

Microbiology Technician Role

• Carrying out testing for Routine Analysis (Endotoxins, Bioburdens, Total Viable Count, Environmental Monitoring).
• Perform a range of basic routine analysis using (list techniques) under supervision of a senior member of staff.
• Operate basic lab equipment.
• Use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory's LIMS system, Q-Pulse, etc.
• Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties, as directed.

Your Background

• Experience of high volume routine testing as a microbiologist.
• Biochemistry or analytical experience.
• A relevant scientific degree or hands on experience.
• Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.

Company

Our client is a world leader in food, confectionery and beverages. They operate in over 70 countries worldwide and currently have almost 100,000 talented employees working for them. They have a strong foundation of iconic brands, which makes them a very established company within the field. The client's aim is to have a positive impact on the customers and the planet, while still ensuring business success.

Location

This role is based at our client's site in Wokingham.

Apply

For more information about this Microbiology Technician role, please contact the Key Accounts Team onor email. Please quote reference 157 143.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK.

Please note: This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.