At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our R&D team to create and prepare flavour samples in a modern lab.
- Company: Rapidly growing food manufacturing business specialising in natural flavourings.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, early finishes, and health perks.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in food innovation while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Previous lab or kitchen experience and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 25200 - 30800 £ per year.
Location: Clevedon, North Somerset
Hours: 40 hours per week: 8:45am–4:45pm Monday to Thursday and 8:45am–4:00pm Friday, including a 45-minute paid lunch break
Salary: Competitive – available upon application
Our client is a rapidly growing food manufacturing business specialising in the development and production of natural flavourings and seasonings. They are looking for a motivated and detail-focused Flavour Laboratory Technician to join their R&D team at their modern Clevedon facility. This opportunity would suit someone with previous laboratory or kitchen experience who understands Good Manufacturing Practice and is comfortable working within a busy, task-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities of a Laboratory Technician:
- Compound flavour samples accurately according to instructions and formulations
- Support the preparation and organisation of samples within the laboratory
- Restock raw materials and laboratory consumables
- Monitor stock levels and ensure materials are stored correctly
- Generate labels and complete the relevant paperwork
- Prepare flavour samples for dispatch to customers
- Maintain a clean, organised and compliant laboratory environment
- Support the wider R&D team with day-to-day laboratory requirements
Key Skills of a Laboratory Technician:
- Previous laboratory, food production or kitchen experience
- Good understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately
- Confident using Microsoft Office and Outlook, including Word and Excel
- GCSE or equivalent at Grade 6/B or above in Maths and English
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills
- Positive, motivated and flexible approach to work
- Ability to use initiative while also working effectively as part of a team
- Full right to work in the UK and Full, clean UK driving licence
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 45-minute paid lunch break
- Early finish every Friday
- Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution
- WPA Healthcare NHS Top-up Scheme following successful completion of probation
- Death in Service benefit of twice the basic annual salary
- Retail discounts through the employee benefits scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Modern, newly refurbished office and laboratory facilities
Lab Technician in Clevedon employer: First Base
First Base in Gloucester is an excellent employer that values proactive problem-solving and offers a supportive work culture where employees can thrive. With opportunities for professional growth and development, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional IT support across various technologies. The company's commitment to employee well-being and a collaborative environment makes it a rewarding place to build your career.
