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Assistant Laboratory Technician

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Holbeach

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Assistant Laboratory Technician 

Salary: Competitive salary 
 
 Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary 
 
 Location: Holbeach 
 
 Ways of Working: Site based 
 
 Hours of work: 3's and 2's, 7AM-7PM 
 
 Contract Type: Permanent 

Why Greencore? 

Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.

As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. 

Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.

Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.

 What you'll be doing 

In this busy and exciting role, you will support the smooth operation of the laboratory by performing essential testing activities, contributing to high standards within the Quality System, and working alongside experienced technicians to deliver accurate and reliable laboratory results. 

Role Accountabilities 

• Carry out laboratory procedures in line with the Quality System and required standards
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date personal training record
• Communicate clearly where guidance or support is needed to maintain laboratory integrity
• Work collaboratively as part of a positive, respectful laboratory team
• Uphold high standards of professional communication at all times
• Operate safely, maintaining awareness of personal and team safety
• Apply attention to detail to ensure accurate and reliable test execution
• Develop understanding of laboratory methods and build scientific capability
• Support general laboratory activities as required to maintain workflow efficiency 

What we're looking for 

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (or equivalent)
• Ideally a food science-related qualification
• Strong interest in science, food safety and laboratory work
• Clear, confident communicator who works well in a team
• Organised, flexible and able to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable using basic computer systems
• Curious, proactive and eager to learn new skills and techniques 

We're proud to be recognised in the Gender Equity Measure Top 100 for our commitment to gender equality. 

If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. 

 What you'll get in return  
 Competitive salary and job-related benefits  
 Holidays  
 Competitive matched pension contribution  
 Life insurance up to 4x salary  
 Company share save scheme  
 Greencore Qualifications  
 Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform  
 Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform  
 Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies  Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. 

Greencore and its recruitment partners never charge candidates any fees at any stage of the hiring process. Any request for payment relating to a job opportunity should be considered fraudulent.

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