Laboratory Technician

Thrive Group are delighted to be working with our highly successful manufacturing company in Frome, who are actively seeking to recruit a
Laboratory Technician
to join the team.
What you will be doing:
You will be required to carry out all tests within both labs (Chemistry and Microbiology).
Operate equipment such as Autoclaves, FTIR Spectroscopes, NIR spectrometers]
To be able to complete daily taste panels, and to be able to carry out the management of reference samples.
To be able to ensure that all stock is rotated correctly, conduct stock-takes and report to management any stock needs.
To be competent with lab databases LIMs or similar system
Testing via internal and external monitoring procedures, and to conduct internal audits to given schedule
Carry out environmental and plant hygiene swabs.
Determine and act on non-complying results by communicating information and following up with re-sampling and re-testing.
Use positive release systems for product ingredients and finished products
What you will need to succeed:
Previous chemistry or micro laboratory experience, ideally in Food industry.
Good communication skills with colleagues and all levels of management
Demonstrate ability to work under pressure, assess workload and breaks to ensure all the testing required is carried in a timely manner