Junior Microbiologist

Role Overview & Responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Microbiologist to join the team of a worldwide company based at one of their sites in Middleton.

Location: Middleton
Shifts: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5.00pm
Rate of Pay: £10.42 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary - Maternity cover

*Interviews to be held beginning of June, 2023

Role:

To support the Chemists' allowing the effective operation of the Quality management system and conformance to required standards.

• Conducting quality checks and audit updates in line with the requirements.
• Completing Testing against various samples and chemicals, working to strict deadlines.
• Ensuring the laboratory is maintained to appropriate stock levels and hygiene standards.
• Maintaining testing equipment and reagents, ensuring that all equipment is maintained to the appropriate standard.

Required Skills

• Chemistry knowledge would be beneficial but not essential.
• Computer Literate (Excel, Word & Outlook)

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting microbiological testing of finished products and relevant associated samples ensuring they comply with the required specification and GLP.
• Collecting samples and preparing media according to the demands of the day.
• Ensuring that batches which exceed the specified limits will be assessed, monitored and actioned as appropriate.
• Maintain testing equipment and reagents, ensuring that all equipment is maintained to the appropriate standard.
• Conducting data analysis and evaluation of existing process to identify areas for improvement.
• Leading by example regarding attitudes towards product quality and hygiene.
• Completing all associated administration duties such as spreadsheets, associated filing and distribution of batch status reports and answer specific e-mail queries.
• Completing Swabs and collecting water samples for testing.

How to apply: (Please make sure your CV is updated)

Submit your updated CV which Sure Start Staff will review and determine your suitability for the role, if suitable we will contact you to discuss the opportunity further.

Sure Start Staff act as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person