Lab Technician

Description

Alexander Steele Recruitment continue to partner with a leading, multi-site food manufacturer that is seeing an exciting amount of growth. As a result they are looking to appoint a Lab Technician at their site in Bedfordshire.

This is a great opportunity for someone with laboratory or QA experience who is looking to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and play a key role in maintaining product quality, safety, and compliance.

Key Accountabilities

* Conduct routine testing of raw materials and finished products in line with agreed methods and schedules

* Record results accurately, updating product specifications and systems as required

* Assess product compliance, release stock, and escalate non-conformances with appropriate corrective actions

* Maintain, verify, and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure ongoing reliability

* Manage accurate data entry and upkeep of LIMS and stock control systems

* Keep all laboratory documentation up to date and audit ready

* Raise and support investigations into non-conforming products and quality issues

* Produce Certificates of Analysis / Conformity for customers when required

* Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation within the laboratory

* Manage shelf-life samples, consumables, and laboratory stock levels

* Support customer complaints, internal investigations, and shelf-life assessments

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Undertake additional tasks within the reasonable scope of the role as requested by management

Candidate Requirements

* Educated to at least GCSE level (or equivalent) xjnqpsq

* Previous experience within a laboratory, QA, or similar technical role

* Strong written and verbal English communication skills

* Good numeracy skills with attention to detail

* Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment

* Proactive, responsible, and able to work with minimal supervision

If you are looking to join a growing food manufacturing business where quality and standards are at the heart of the operation, this Lab Technician role could be an excellent next step in your career

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