Laboratory Support Administrator in Compton

At Nutreco, our purpose is Feeding the Future through sustainable and innovative nutrition solutions. As part of the SHV family, we operate globally through our two business lines, Trouw Nutrition and Skretting, supporting customers to produce food responsibly and sustainably.

We are looking for a Laboratory Support Administrator to join our team in Ashbourne.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a practical laboratory environment and is interested in sample handling, traceability, quality processes and laboratory operations. The role is ideal for an early-career candidate, recent graduate or someone with experience who is looking for a flexible part-time position.

You will support the day-to‑day running of the Laboratory by helping ensure that samples, records and laboratory processes are handled accurately, efficiently and in line with required standards.

What you’ll do

• Support sample administration, laboratory coordination and wider operational activities, working closely with Laboratory and Quality colleagues.
• Register, label and track samples accurately to ensure correct documentation and traceability.
• Check sample paperwork, labelling and flow through the Laboratory.
• Maintain worksheets, records and relevant information in Excel, Microsoft Office and, where applicable, LIMS.
• Support the processing of analytical results and associated documentation.
• Assist with laboratory equipment mapping and serial‑number records.
• Contribute to laboratory projects, innovation activities and improvement initiatives.
• Support selected laboratory analysis activities following training.
• Provide cover for colleagues when needed.
• Maintain an organised work area and follow relevant laboratory and quality procedures.

Who we’re looking for

• An individual who enjoys structured, accurate work and is keen to learn in a practical laboratory environment.
• Recent graduates, early‑career professionals or those with previous experience in a laboratory, quality, manufacturing, food, feed, FMCG or other regulated environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with Laboratory and Quality colleagues.
• Basic Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Comfortable working in a busy, site‑based environment.
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Interest in developing laboratory, quality or technical skills over time.
• Attention to detail, a methodical and organised approach to handling records, labels and documentation accurately, and a proactive, curious and reliable mindset.
• Previous experience with sample registration, traceability, laboratory systems, quality documentation or basic laboratory analysis is beneficial but not essential – full training will be provided.

Location: Ashbourne, UK

Work model: Fully site‑based

Contract: Part‑time (20 hours per week)

Working hours: Monday to Friday, typically 4 hours per day, with some flexibility around the daily working pattern.

What you’ll receive

• 25 days of holiday per year on a pro‑rata basis, plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• Training and development opportunities within Laboratory and Quality.
• Exposure to laboratory systems, sample processes and site operations.
• The opportunity to develop practical technical skills within a global organisation.
• A collaborative, supportive and hands‑on working environment.

How and why to find out more

This is an opportunity to build practical laboratory experience while helping ensure the accuracy, traceability and smooth flow of samples across our site.

If you are detail‑oriented, curious and interested in developing within a laboratory or quality environment, we would love to hear from you.

We aim to review applications promptly and will get back to you as soon as possible. For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at luisa.ligabo@nutreco.com.