Analytical Chemist jobs in United Kingdom

Thrive Group is delighted to be working with our highly successful manufacturing company in Frome, who are actively seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technician to join the team.

• Carry out all tests within both labs (Chemistry and Microbiology).
• Complete daily taste panels and manage reference samples.
• Ensure proper stock rotation, conduct stock-takes, and report stock needs to management.
• Be competent with lab databases such as LIMs or similar systems.
• Perform testing via internal and external monitoring procedures and conduct internal audits according to schedule.
• Carry out environmental and plant hygiene swabs.
• Identify and act on non-complying results by communicating findings and following up with re-sampling and re-testing.
• Use positive release systems for product ingredients and finished products.

• Previous chemistry or microbiology laboratory experience, ideally in the Food industry.
• Good communication skills with colleagues and all levels of management.
• Ability to work under pressure, assess workload, and manage breaks to ensure timely completion of testing.
• Ability to follow strict procedures and be prepared for audits while performing lab tasks.

• Salary up to £32,000 per annum DOE
• 3 rotating shifts: Earlies 0600-1400, Lates 1400-2200, Nights 2200-0600; full-time, 37.30 hours/week
• Company pension with 6% employer contribution (Salary exchange)
• Childcare vouchers (Salary exchange)
• 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• 4x Death in Service benefit

If this position interests you and you would like to be considered, please email sarah.elliott@thrivegroup.co.uk or contact me at 01225 632666 to discuss further.

Thrive Group is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy.

If you do not hear from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.