Position Overview & Specifications

Microbiology Technician - Wigan - Permanent - up to £26,000

My client is looking for a Micro Technician to join a large FMCG manufacturer in Wigan.

An exciting opportunity to join an innovative business who thrive on moving forward.

Hours of work:

4 days on 4 days off (12 hour shifts average 42 per week)

Experience:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a lab based environment OR if you are coming straight from University they will consider this
Minimum GSCE qualifications in Maths, Science and English with A-Level or HND a preference in a Science related subject

Summary of role:

General Tasks

Environmental sampling including swabbing and water sampling
Finished product testing
Completion of hand written records and the transference of those in to Excel
Taking part in audits
Calibration of equipment
Take part in improvement projects to move the lab forwards in alignment with the business needs
Work with 3rd party labs where required to support workload and investigations
Interest in future validation work, developing methods and looking at new testing techniques
Training of others on test methods
Manage stocks of raw materials and communication with suppliers
Ability to step up to cover some of the senior techs responsibilities in the event of absence

Skills

Must be familiar with Aseptic technique
Must be able to priorities workload and be able to understand business critical needs
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Must be computer literate with good IT skills in Microsoft programs in particular Excel and Word. Experience using an MRP system and other business management systems is favourable but not essential
Good oral and written communication skills
Good organisational and time management skills
Ability to adapt to changing situations in a positive and flexible manner.
Ability to take the initiative, be pro-active in their approach to work and take ownership of their actions

Interested? Apply today to find out more

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year

Benefits: