Laboratory Technician

About The Role

Do you have a keen interest in science and are looking to work in an accredited laboratory? This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone already working in science wishing to enhance their knowledge or take the next step in your career.

What’s in it for you

As a Laboratory Technician, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. We offer comprehensive training and continuous development as you build your career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that include:

• £25,445.42 moving to £26,901.88 within the first 12 months
• 31 days holiday
• 3 % pension
• Life insurance
• Various lifestyle benefits, including wellbeing resources

Hours of Work & Shift Pattern

0700 – 1900 – rotating pattern 7 out of 14 days.

We are looking for staff to work the following rotational shift pattern:

• 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off
• Example shift pattern (over 2 weeks):
• Week 1 – Tue‑Wed Off, Thu‑Fri On, Sat‑Mon Off
• Week 2 – Tue‑Wed On, Thu‑Fri Off, Sat‑Mon On

This cycle repeats every two weeks.

Purpose of the Role

As a Laboratory Technician, you will be a key player in the Laboratory department. You will perform microbiological, chemical, serological and other analyses, as well as media preparation, to enable good customer service in undertaking testing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake routine laboratory work and perform analysis to CLAS / RSA, UKAS and DEFRA standards.
• Use the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) in accordance with procedures.
• Liaise with internal and external customers, dealing with their requests and queries.
• Carry out environmental controls, QA controls and ensure adherence to the task rota.
• Participate in the EQA / IQA proficiency schemes.

What We Are Looking For

• Education to A level (or equivalent) in Biology or another relevant scientific subject, or relevant experience.
• NHC / HND / degree in science equivalent – ideal.
• Experience of laboratory testing in a food laboratory.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Competent IT skills.

About Us

Avara Foods is one of the UK’s largest food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the nation’s most popular supermarkets and restaurants. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which includes feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 7,000 people. This is achieved by investing in people, utilising the latest technology and being uncompromising in our commitment to high quality and food standards.

Due to bird welfare, it is essential that you do not own any avian pets or poultry.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.