Food Microbiologist
Salary: up to £26,000
Location: Chelmsford
Sector: Food Manufacturing
Job ref: 8821
The Company
You will be working for a highly successful and award-winning manufacturer which produces chilled, prepared food products. The company's success is built on the ethos of ensuring all staff are engaged, motivated, and valued; therefore, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step up in your career.
About the Food Microbiologist Job
The purpose of your role will be to assist with food microbiology tasks and ensuring the completion of daily and weekly technical operations within the department.
Key Tasks
1. Conduct microbiological sampling, shelf-life assessments, and support investigations into abnormal lab results.
2. Perform microbiological risk assessments, data management, and communication with stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.
3. Support daily technical functions, including internal audits, label approval, equipment calibration, and document control.
4. Assist with report writing, policy reviews, and projects for the Science and Innovation Department as needed.
About You
1. Strong understanding of food safety and quality standards.
2. Previous experience in a similar role within a food manufacturing environment.
3. Minimum Level 3 qualification in Food Safety Management or Microbiology.
More Details
The Food Microbiologist job (ref: 8821) is based in Chelmsford, Essex and is paying £24,000 - £26,000 according to your experience.
The site is commutable from Witham, Braintree, Rayleigh, Brentwood, Billericay, Basildon (Essex).
The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm (with flexibility).
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