We are continuously recruiting for Microbiology Technicians for our newly refurbished laboratory. Joining our state of the art laboratory within Eurofins Food Testing, we offer full training for the role and no pervious laboratory experience is required.
Working hours are on a 4 week rotational shift pattern as follows:
Week 1: Mon - Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Week 2: Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs, 11am-7:30pm and Saturday 8:30am-5pm
Week 3: Sunday, Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri, 8:30am-5pm
Week 4: Mon - Friday, 11am-7:30pm
Main duties to include:
To prepare food samples for analysis when required.
To assist in the preparation of microbiological culture media and record the necessary quality control and performance checks.
To provide general assistance to Laboratory staff at all levels.
To work to the companies quality systems showing due care and diligence in all activities.
To carry out housekeeping duties in line with Cleaning Schedules (including cleaning of equipment, floors, bins, and benches when required).
To carry out all washroom duties as required being mindful of the glassware requirements.
To dispose of all laboratory waste in accordance with procedures.
To report any unsafe or poor working practices in the laboratory.
Qualifications
Educated to GSCE level, or equivalent.
Team player.
Able to work under pressure.
Attention to detail.
Confident in Microsoft Office packages.