Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician 6993 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