Microbiologist

  • Salary: £14.74 - £18.43 per hour
  • REF Number: v-128160
  • Consultant: Key Accounts Team
  • Contact: 01438 870011
  • Date Published: 08.04.2025
  • Industry: Food, Drink & FMCG
  • Location: Wokingham, Berkshire, England
  • Functional Expertise: Laboratory

CK Group are recruiting for 2 x Microbiologists, to join a global leading food brand company, at their site based in Wokingham, this is a part time role (covering weekends), on a contract basis for 6

months.

Salary:

Hourly from £14.74 to £18.43 PAYE, depending on experience.

Microbiologist Role:

  • This role is primarily weekend working, carrying out testing for Routine Analysis (Endotoxins, Bioburdens, Total Viable Count, Environmental Monitoring).
  • Perform a range of basic routine analysis using (list techniques) under supervision of a senior member of staff.
  • Operate basic lab equipment.
  • Use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system, Q-Pulse, etc.
  • Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties, as directed.

Your Background:

  • Experience of High volume routine testing as microbiologist.
  • Either university background or with hands on experience, there is a range of rates available depending on experience.
  • Must be within 45 minutes of site (Wokingham), and able to work Saturday & Sundays.
  • Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team environment.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills. Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.

Company:

Our client is a world leader in food, confectionary and beverages.

Location:

This role is based at our clients site in Wokingham.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 128 160 in all correspondence.

Please note:

This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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