At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse food samples and assist in the smooth running of the laboratory.
- Company: Join Eurofins, a global leader in life sciences and analytical testing.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, additional leave, healthcare plans, and worldwide career opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in food safety and contribute to a healthier planet.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs or equivalent, teamwork experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.
The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the analysis of food samples for a given method using laboratory techniques. Further, assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory. This is a part time position working 18 hours per week: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 16:00 - 22:00.
- Undertaking all tasks within the main food laboratory appropriate to the level of training given to you by team leaders and management.
- Registration, preparation and analysis of food samples as required.
- Adhering to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
- Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed throughout the day.
- Maintain turnaround time at >99%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
- Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept in a clean and tidy manner.
- Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Manual in order to ensure compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents which are referred to in the manual.
- To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
- Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
- A flexible approach to work will be required to assist other departments as and when required.
- Assist with continuous improvement within the microbiology department.
Qualifications:
- 5 or more GCSE’s, or equivalent.
- Experience in working in part of a team.
- Good organisation and time management.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to self motivate.
At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues' special life events, and we are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities. As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:
- Additional Annual Leave at Employees set service dates
- Company Pension Plan
- Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)
- Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service)
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential Health and Wellbeing Programmes
- Free parking
- Worldwide career opportunities
Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and its requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get to know your key skills and strengths.
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.
Laboratory Technician in Wolverhampton employer: Eurofins UK Food Testing
Eurofins Scientific is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and well-being, offering a supportive work culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are celebrated. With benefits such as additional annual leave, a comprehensive pension plan, and global career opportunities, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in a dynamic environment, the role of Laboratory Steward provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to health and safety while working with a dedicated team committed to making the world a safer place.
