Technical Services Technician

Neogen; Heywood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food safety sector is looking for a Technical Services Microbiologist in Heywood. This role involves testing raw materials, investigating culture media complaints, and supporting quality processes in the lab. With a strong emphasis on integrity and innovation, Neogen offers a rewarding environment to contribute to global food security efforts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits linked holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Share purchase scheme

Subsidised private medical cover

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Microbiology or related scientific field.
• Previous lab work experience is desirable.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Testing incoming raw materials to ensure specifications are met.
• Calibrating equipment and maintaining stock solutions.
• Writing reports and documenting laboratory work.

Skills

Problem Solving

Planning/Organizing

Quality

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Computer Skills

Ethics

Safety and Security

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

ACE

Sage

CRM

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

We are currently looking to recruit a Technical Services Microbiologist to join our award-winning business. This role is based on-site in Heywood.

Our Benefits include:

Competitive salary

Benefits linked holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Share purchase scheme

Subsidised private medical cover

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee assistance programme

The Technical Services Microbiologist will form an integral part of the Technical Services team, responsible for the testing of incoming raw materials and assisting with investigations related to culture media. General laboratory tasks such as calibrations and maintaining stock solutions/media will form part of the day to day tasks.

What you’ll be doing:

• Testing of incoming raw materials according to relevant procedures, to ensure correct specifications of products are met.
• Testing of customer complaints investigations of culture media, ensuring this is performed in a timely manner.
• Assist in investigations into non-conforming culture media products within the QC department testing.
• Calibration of equipment.
• Write reports and documentation of all laboratory work/investigations performed.
• General support of operational functions.
• Maintain stock solutions and media for the Technical Services Team

About you:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology and Biology, or a related scientific field.
• Previous lab work experience is desirable.
• Problem Solving - able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyse information effectively; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations.
• Planning/Organizing - able to prioritise and plan work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Organizational Support - able to follow policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Quality - able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Written Communication - able to write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; present numerical data effectively; interpret written information.
• Verbal Communication - be able to confidently present information/findings to the immediate team and wider functions.
• Computer Skills: have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project. Also desirable is a proficiency of internal systems e.g., ACE, Sage, CRM etc.
• Ethics - able to work with integrity and ethically; uphold organizational values; maintain confidentiality.
• Safety and Security - able to observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.

Please press Apply now in order to submit your application.

A Mission That Matters

Neogen is dedicated to the advancement of human and animal wellbeing through science and technology so we can fuel a brighter future for global food security.

Our culture is comprised of our Purpose and Promise, our Principles and our Values – which guide our everyday decision making. Dreaming big while Inspiring and Innovating, doing the right thing while Acting with Integrity, being solution driven while Delivering On Our Promises, celebrating the talent each person brings while Fostering Optimism and valuing diversity while Cultivating Belonging. It’s our actions aligning with these values that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing organisation. If this role has caught your attention and you feel it might be good fit for you then please don't hesitate to apply.

Come Be Part Of A Mission that Matters!

From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.