At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and extract samples while maintaining organised lab records.
- Company: Join SGS, the global leader in testing and certification.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a difference in food safety and quality without needing prior lab experience!
- Qualifications: No degree required; just bring your attention to detail and proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 24758 - 24758 £ per year.
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability. SGS’s Food industry services help ensure food safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—supporting businesses across the supply chain from farm to fork.
Job Type: Temporary 12 months
Salary: £24,758 pa plus Shift Allowance
Location: Cambridge
Hours: 1 x Sunday (12:00-22:00), Monday - Wednesday (11:30-22:00), 1 x Wednesday-Friday (11:30-22:00), Saturday (12:00-22:00)
Industry: Health & Nutrition, Food
Role overview:
- Perform sample preparation and extraction following SGS-approved SOPs.
- Report any equipment or instrumentation failures to senior staff.
- Maintain organized, auditable laboratory records.
- Complete daily tasks efficiently to support operational output.
- Maintain a safe working environment, following Health & Safety protocols.
Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate would be from a food process driven background such as fast food restaurants or food manufacturing.
- No previous lab experience or degree is required!
- Experience in working with food and fast paced environments.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
- Good organisational skills to maintain records and compliance.
- Proactive approach to learning and development.
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Competitive pension scheme
- Generous Annual Leave allowance plus bank holidays
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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