Sample Technician

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Hessle; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Hull location

Mon-Fri, no weekends

Job summary

Stafforce is recruiting for a Sample Technician in Hull to support the product development team by preparing and dispatching samples, maintaining ingredient stocks, and ensuring records are up to date. You will work closely with internal teams to deliver samples efficiently and accurately.

The role requires a passion for food, attention to detail, and experience in food production or laboratory environments. The position is Monday to Friday, 8am-4:30pm, with weekends off and no shift rotation.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and product innovation.
• Experience in food preparation, food manufacturing, technical, quality, or laboratory environments.
• Understanding of Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills at all levels.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch customer and product samples in a timely manner.
• Support the wider development team with sampling activities and daily tasks.
• Manage and maintain ingredient and sample stock levels.
• Ensure stock rotation procedures and product traceability are maintained.
• Keep systems, records, and documentation updated accurately.
• Assist with laboratory housekeeping and maintenance duties.
• Liaise with internal departments to support business objectives.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, food safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Food industry experience

Team player

MS Office

Job description

Sample Technician

Stafforce are recruiting for a Sample Technician on behalf of a leading food manufacturing business in Hull. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for food, strong attention to detail, and experience within a food production, food preparation, technical, or sampling environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm

The Role

As a Sample Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the product development team by preparing and dispatching product samples, maintaining ingredient stocks, and ensuring all systems and records are kept up to date. You'll work closely with internal teams to help deliver customer and internal samples efficiently and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch customer and product samples in a timely manner.
• Support the wider development team with sampling activities and daily tasks.
• Manage and maintain ingredient and sample stock levels.
• Ensure stock rotation procedures and product traceability are maintained.
• Keep systems, records, and documentation updated accurately.
• Assist with laboratory housekeeping and maintenance duties.
• Liaise with internal departments to support business objectives.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, food safety, and quality standards.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in your application for the Sample Technician role, you will need to have;

• A passion for food and product innovation.
• Experience in food preparation, food manufacturing, technical, quality, or laboratory environments.
• Understanding of Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• A positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills at all levels.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What's on Offer?

• Pay rate - £13.25 per hour
• Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
• Days only, no rotating shifts and weekends off
• Hull location
• Opportunity to develop within an innovative food manufacturing environment
• Supportive and collaborative team

Interested?

If you're looking for a hands-on role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and have a keen eye for detail, we'd love to hear from you.

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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