Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

The Scotch Whisky Specialist Laboratory is where the magic happens, creating new Scotch innovations for our world worldwide consumers & managing the long-term quality of our existing portfolio of brands. The Scotch Whisky Team are a highly collaborative team working closely together & with partners in Marketing, Innovation & Supply in the UK and across the globe. This role will help ensure the smooth running of the Whisky Specialist Laboratory & prompt delivery of services to our collaborators ensure our project pipelines progress at pace, ultimately delivering our Scotch Whisky ambition.

Key Accountabilities

• Laboratory Operations – management of glassware
• Ensure correct PPE is always available in a clean and useable condition
• Ensure all standard commodities components are fully stocked e.g. sample bottles
• Calibrate relevant equipment daily
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure all SOP’s are current and employed by equipment users (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Champion safe working behavior and tidiness through Good Laboratory Practice
• Support sample ordering & management process
• Support preparation of sensory panels
• Preparation of samples for shipment to customers
• General lab administration & data capture
• Compliance with all HMRC & DIAGEO protocols

Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Good basic computing skills - email, word processing, powerpoint, excel - and ability to quickly learn to use lab specific software such as sample management system & Compusense for sensory sample data caputure.

Experience / Skills:

• Experience in lab or similar environment Brewing, Spirits, Wine and/or Beverage Development experience preferred.
• Organisation, ability to follow procedures, multitasking, attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Candidates should have a solid grounding and practical experience in working in a laboratory environment.
• Strong practical capability & skills
• Attention to detail & structured approach with solid record keeping
• Good communication skills
• Computer skills including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook calendar management. Able to learn new software e.g. Sample Management System & Compusense for Sensory data capture
• Positive attitude and ability to work with a diverse team at pace.
• Flexible approach to each day
• Self -motivated to carry out routine tasks
• Desire to learn, build skills and make a contribution to the delivery of the team
• Interest in Scotch Whisky and advantage.

Education

A Levels / Higher Qualification or HNC in Science / Food Science / Chemistry or , or related discipline required, or proven experience equivalent.

As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring, you will not be employed by Diageo