Samples Assistant Thirsk, United Kingdom Posted an hour ago

**Job title:** Samples Assistant**Location:** Thirsk, UK**Job model:** Onsite| || --- || **Purpose of the Role** || Working as part of a small team, the Samples Assistant is responsible for accurately weighing, preparing, labelling and packing food flavouring samples to meet customer requirements and fulfil orders. The role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, while ensuring all work is completed efficiently and in accordance with operational procedures, food hygiene standards and health and safety requirements. || **Key Responsibilities** * Accurately weigh and prepare food flavouring samples for both external and internal customers in accordance with customer requirements and established procedures. * Ensure customer orders are completed within required timescales and priorities. * Ensure sample labels and associated documentation accurately reflect product, batch/lot and other required traceability information. * Handle food flavourings and packaging materials safely and in accordance with relevant procedures. * Maintain appropriate stock levels of sample pots, buckets, boxes and other consumables required for the preparation and dispatch of samples. * Carry out regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records and identify any stock discrepancies. * Maintain a clean, tidy and organized working area in accordance with food hygiene, health and safety and housekeeping standards. * Follow all relevant company procedures and report any quality, stock or operational issues to the appropriate person. * Assist the wider team with shipping, production and other operational activities as required. || **We offer:** * A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers; * A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset; * A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally; * The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose; * Barrier-free communities within our organisation where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity; * A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things; || **You bring:** * Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and quality. * A reliable and organized approach to work. * Ability to follow instructions, procedures and food hygiene requirements. * Ability to work efficiently to meet customer requirements and deadlines. * Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. * Ability to carry out repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. * Ability to follow established procedures, including food hygiene, quality and health and safety requirements. * Computer literaccy. * A proactive approach, with the ability to use initiative and identify when support or action is required. * Minimum Level qualifications – good GCSE or A Level. Experience of working in a laboratory would be beneficial, but not essential | #J-18808-Ljbffr