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Food Sample Technician

United Kingdom, Shropshire 12.71 GBP / Hour · Job Posted May 09, 2026
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Job Description

A Food company are seeking a Technician to join them ASAP on a temporary basis. The Lab conduct microbiological testing of a variety of samples, predominantly testing for Salmonella. You will be responsible for Sample registration and prep, as well as assisting with analysis and other assistive duties in the Lab.

Job Responsibility

  • Sample registration and prep
  • Assisting with analysis and other assistive duties in the Lab
  • Sample prep and assisting with analysis of samples, following SOPs and conducting all work in line with ISO17025 standards
  • Operation and troubleshooting a range of instruments
  • Maintaining and updating LIMS and all records

Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ideally some prior experience in a similar Lab
  • Experience in Food or Microbiology testing, working in and ISO17025 lab, or experience with Salmonella testing would be highly beneficial
  • Must be available to begin on 11/05/26 or 18/05/26 in Shropshire

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