Join a Global Leader: Laboratory Technician Job Opportunity!
Website SGS
Join a Global Leader: Laboratory Technician Job Opportunity!
Are you ready to transition your food industry experience into a professional scientific environment? Indeed, we are looking for a motivated Laboratory Technician to join our Food Health and Nutrition team in Cambridge. Specifically, this role is with SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. If you have worked in fast-paced food manufacturing or fast-food environments and want a stable career with a global benchmark for quality, then this permanent position is the perfect next step for you!
About the Job
As part of our team, you will support our mission to ensure food safety and compliance across the entire supply chain. Furthermore, you do not need a degree or previous lab experience to apply! We value your background in process-driven environments and will provide the training you need to succeed.
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Salary: £23,868 per annum
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Location: Cambridge (Bar Hill)
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Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
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Industry: Health, Nutrition, and Food Safety
Role Overview
Your daily contributions will ensure our laboratory remains efficient and accurate. Consequently, your responsibilities will include:
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Sample Preparation: You will perform sample preparation and extractions strictly following SGS-approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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Equipment Monitoring: You must report any failures in equipment or instrumentation to senior staff immediately.
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Record Keeping: You will maintain organized and auditable laboratory records to ensure full compliance.
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Operational Support: You will complete daily tasks efficiently to meet our operational output goals.
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Safety First: You will maintain a safe working environment by following all Health & Safety protocols.
Candidate Profile
Ideally, you come from a food-process background, such as food manufacturing or fast-food restaurants. To excel in this role, you should possess:
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Experience: Previous experience working in fast-paced food environments.
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Precision: Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately.
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Organization: Good organizational skills to manage records and maintain compliance.
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Mindset: A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
Perks and Benefits
We believe in rewarding our employees for their commitment. Therefore, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package:
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Financial Rewards: Performance-related bonuses and a competitive pension scheme with Life Assurance.
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Health: Private medical cover and various health and wellbeing initiatives.
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Time Off: A generous annual leave allowance that increases with service, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
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Discounts: Access to retailer discounts and discounted gym memberships.
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Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
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Recognition: Length of service awards, Christmas vouchers, and a discretionary bonus.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading testing company, recognized globally for sustainability and integrity. Ultimately, our 99,600 employees work across 2,600 offices to create a safer, more interconnected world. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
Apply now for full consideration! If you are selected for an interview, our recruitment team will reach out to you directly to discuss this opportunity further.
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