Lab Technician

On behalf of our client we are recruiting for a Lab Technician for 8 weeks approx from End May until End of July 2026.

Hours of work are 6am-11pm Mon, Wed, Frid

Based in Ballymena

Job Duties;

• Assist in completing in microbiological processes and procedures where required.
• Complete all routine lab-based checks and document results.
• Record and escalate alerts depending on the results of all tests.
• Always maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Follow health and safety instructions provided and safeguard your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant codes and practices, e.g. BRC, Customer Codes of Practice, ISO14001, and report on the same.
• Manage lab waste in accordance with legal standards
• Possible support to QSE Technicians during periods of annual leave. Flexible hours required for any overtime provided.
• Support with internal audit inspections / hygiene audits and report results to the lab manager.
• Supports with project tasks from time to time as may be reasonably required of you by Management in connection with your duties.
• Provide support to the Lab Lead Technician for any microbiological processes and procedures.
• Record and escalate alerts depending on the results and findings of all tests.
• Always maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Ensure that all microbiological processes and procedures are followed in line with customer specifications.

Skills & Attributes:

• Evidence of effective organisational, planning and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Confident and approachable in dealing with people.
• Proactive and can-do approach
• Uses initiative when planning tasks on a day-to-day basis.
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, and email.
• Takes responsibility for actions/tasks and is passionate about the service delivered