Junior Laboratory Technician

The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

Full-time (4 on 4 off shifts)

We are hiring for a Laboratory Technician who will be responsible for supporting the Shift Leader in driving ‘24/7 Compliance’, resolution of ongoing quality issues and investigations to achieve root cause.

This entry-level position offers ongoing training to support your development into a Quality Compliance Technician.

Main responsibilities:

• Adhere to legal and company safety standards.
• Report hazards and accidents promptly.
• Ensuring that all required testing is completed in the Lab, including routine and non-routine product testing.
• General Laboratory duties including cleaning, preparing reagents, cleaning glassware
• Supporting the instigation & execution of food safety & quality investigations
• Assuring accurate and complete records of work done, and all other appropriate laboratory information and results are maintained.
• Assist colleagues beyond your own role.
• Ensures all calibrations/ verifications are carried out according to the internal schedule
• Ensures equipment is well maintained and any concerns are resolved/ escalated in a timely manner.
• Investigate non-conformances and spoilage issues.
• Conduct environmental monitoring within the Laboratory and Production areas.
• Carries out and records site CCP checks.
• Supports the Shift QC Leader with driving Quality KPI's on shift
• Ensure CLAS compliance and cleanliness.
• Assist with internal audits and conduct testing.
• Analyse lab data for trends and improvements.
• Participate in root cause analysis and suggest improvements.

Key Requirements:

• A keen eye for detail and ability to work on own initiative.
• Good communication skill; written & oral.
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team in a busy environment.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Pro-active approach to continued professional development of self.
• Problem solving skills.
• Food industry experience is desirable.
• Previous laboratory experience is desirable.
• Scientific qualification/ background is essential.