Summary: The Food Lab Technician role in Reading/Wokingham offers an opportunity for individuals passionate about food science to support a large Blue chip Food organization. The position involves working across various departments, including analytical, food product development, and food manufacturing, with a focus on preparing samples and conducting laboratory tasks. This early careers position provides full training and is ideal for candidates seeking career progression in the food industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare samples and weigh ingredients across different departments.
• Conduct wet chemistry moisture analysis and create new food products.
• Perform laboratory tasks following specified methodologies and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare and grind cocoa beans, fill molds, and operate flow wrappers.
• Ensure food safety and quality in product formulations at bench scale or manufacturing.

Key Skills:

• Passion and interest in food and cookery.
• A level in a scientific discipline is advantageous.
• Ability to follow product formulations and methods.
• Understanding of food safety and standard operating procedures.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a flexible technician role.

Salary (Rate): 17.84

City: Reading

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Industry: Other