Company Description
As the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company, we, SGS, provide value to society by enabling a better, safer, and more interconnected world. We sustain global standards across diverse industries, including the consumer products sector.
At SGS, we perform a broad range of food testing and analytical services at our laboratories. At SGS we provide expert food testing solutions, supporting the food production retail sector, ensuring their products meet market expectations, thereby reducing risk, improving efficiency and building consumer confidence.
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
- Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
- Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
- Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Retailer Discounts
- Access to electric vehicle leasing scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay.
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas Vouchers
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Job Description
Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Hours: 37.5
Shift Pattern: 2pm till 10pm Monday-Friday
Job Location: Cambridge
We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our food testing and analytical services team. As a Food Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for conducting tests and analysis to ensure the safety and compliance of food products with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
You will work in a laboratory environment, detecting potential hazards and reporting on findings / data (e.g., instrument failures, equipment out of tolerance, qc failures, abnormal readings/results).
Qualifications
We welcome candidates who are new to the industry and those who can bring a unique perspective and diverse skills to our growing team.
We are actively seeking candidates who may be transitioning from industries such as retail, customer service, hospitality, warehouse and distribution.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to leverage their existing skills while gaining new ones.
As a Laboratory Technician you will demonstrate the following attributes.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Positive and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.
- Ability to follow procedures and processes accurately.
- Effective interpersonal skills, including communication and active listening.
- Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, and LIMS systems.
Additional Information
*******For those with allergies, please be advised that the food tested in the laboratory is likely to contain these ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish*****
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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