Full job descriptionWe are seeking a Process Laboratory Technician to join our state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Wakefield
Our client manufactures, distributes, sells and markets some of the world’s strongest brands in non-alcoholic beverages. It is a leading Western European marketer, distributor, and producer of bottles and can non-alcoholic refreshment.


Job title: Process lab technician
Job type: Temporary - ongoing
Pay rate: £14.92/ hour & increased to £16.58/hour after 12 weeks
Location: Wakefield (WF2 0XR)
Working hours: 3 on 3 off ( rotating days & nights)
Shift timings: 6.30am - 6.30pm and 6.30pm - 6.30am (rotational)


Responsibilities:
*Performing quality checks include HPLC, Brix, titrations
*Collection of samples and plating for micro.
*Record keeping
*Testing is to be carried out accurately and in a timely manner and within tolerances to help meet production targets.
*Escalate any anomalies to the team leader immediately.
*Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned
*You will ensure all relevant Laboratory safety, Chemical Awareness, and Food Safety Procedures are followed
*Receiving bulk deliveries, reviewing paperwork, booking in and collecting intake samples.
*Lab stock checks
*You will ensure all relevant Quality and Health & Safety Procedures are followed

Skills & Essentials:
*Experience working in a laboratory
*Phys-chemical or micro background
*Microbiology sampling and testing/counting experience/qualification
*Must be able to work on their own initiative and as a part of the team
*Must be able to work well under pressure of a busy manufacturing environment
*GCSE Math’s and English, or equivalent is required, as well as basic PC skills


Benefits:
*Access to Randstad ’Happi’ benefits scheme which includes 100’s of high street discounts, gym membership and much more!
*Employee Assistance Programme / Wellbeing Support
*Flexible shift patterns
*Paid breaks
*Free soft drinks and hot drinks on site
*Free parking
*Internal training and development
*Weekly pay
*Access to permanent vacancies


If this interests you, apply immediately with your updated CV and our team will contact you to discuss further.