Technician

Talentmark are recruiting for a Flexible Technician to join a leading global food brand company on a contract basis for 6 months, with high likelihood of being extended further. This role is site based in Reading (Berkshire) and Wokingham (Surrey).

Company:

Our client is a world leader in food, confectionery and beverages. They operate in over 70 countries worldwide and currently have almost 100,000 talented employees working for them. They have a strong foundation of iconic brands, which makes them a very established company within the field. The client’s aim is to have a positive impact on the customers and the planet, while still ensuring business success.

Salary:

£13.35 per hour, 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm with a 45 minute lunch break.

Technician Role:

Flexibly work in different laboratories across both Wokingham and Reading sites, as required.

Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Food Safety Procedures to produce food products at lab scale or manufacturing scale.

Perform basic routine analysis, product manufacturing and sample preparation under senior supervision.

Use the LIMS (Q-Pulse) system to record information.

Keep an organised and accurate record of lab work carried out.

Calibrate lab equipment as required.Your Background:

Educated up to A-Level/HNC/BTEC level in a Science.

Experience of working with food – e.g. in a restaurant, café or in food production.

Flexible and adaptable in a workplace, enjoying the challenge of adapting to different teams and environments.

Passionate about Science.

Passionate about Food.

Meticulous and organised, with strong attention to detail.

Laboratory experience would be advantageous.

Self-motivated, enthusiastic and a fast learner.Apply:

For more information, or to apply for this Flexible Technician role please contact the Key Accounts Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Please quote reference 71277.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK.

Please note: This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check