Taste Lab Technician

Interaction Recruitment; Tinhay; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is recruiting a part-time Production Operative to support testing and quality checks of food products. The candidate should be accurate, dependable, physically fit, and able to work with up to 12 kg repeatedly. Training will be provided, with weekend and shift variations depending on business needs.

Experience in food production, quality control, or related testing roles is advantageous, and applicants must read and write in English. Transport is essential due to location.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Physically fit and able to repeatedly lift up to 12 kg.
• Experience in food production, quality control, laboratory work or related testing roles preferred.
• Proficient reading and writing in English.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accurately weigh food samples.
• Conduct quality inspections of food products (appearance and taste).
• Verify product batch codes and information for accuracy.
• Manually handle and move boxes up to 12 kg repeatedly.
• Load products into incubators as required.
• Safely use basic tools such as can openers and Stanley knives during testing.
• Maintain precise records and follow testing procedures.
• Identify and report quality concerns promptly.
• Keep the work area clean, organized and food-safe.

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Physical fitness

Tools

Can openers

Stanley knives

Job description

Production Operative - Part time

Pay Rate:£13.07 per hour
Start Date:Monday 7th September
Duration:Expected to continue until at least January, with strong potential for extension
Transport:Own transport is essential due to the location

We are seeking a dedicated Production Operativeto join our team, supporting the testing and checking quality of food products.

This practical role is ideal for someone who is accurate, dependable, physically fit and possesses excellent attention to detail. While previous experience in a similar role such as food production, food testing or quality control is advantageous, comprehensive training will be provided.

Working Hours

Sunday: 07:00 – 15:00
Monday: 08:30 – 16:30

Additional hours may be available during annual leave or sickness cover periods, offering opportunities to increase your working hours as needed.

Training

The first week will consist of full training, running Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:30, commencing on Monday 7th September.

Role Overview

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Receiving and accurately weighing food samples.
• Conducting quality inspections on food products, including assessment of appearance and taste.
• Verifying product batch codes and other information for correctness.
• Manually handling and moving boxes of food products weighing up to 12kg repeatedly.
• Loading products into incubators as required.
• Safely using basic tools such as can openers and Stanley knives during the testing process.
• Maintaining precise records and adhering to established testing procedures.
• Identifying and reporting any quality concerns or discrepancies promptly.
• Ensuring the work area remains clean, organised and compliant with food safety standards.

Candidate Profile

The successful applicant will:

• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Be comfortable handling food products and following established procedures.
• Be physically fit and capable of repeatedly handling products weighing up to 12kg.
• Confidently use basic equipment such as can openers and Stanley knives.
• Be reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Possess good organisational skills with the ability to record information meticulously.
• Understand the importance of food quality and hygiene standards.
• Have previous experience in food production, quality control, laboratory work or related testing roles where possible.
• Be proficient in reading and writing English.

Please note:

Due to the location, your own transport is required.

If you are seeking a practical role within food quality and testing and have a keen eye for detail, we welcome your application.