Analytical Laboratory Technician

About Us:

We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of collagen products for the food industry. We supply high quality edible films and coatings to over 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, delivering our purpose of Creating the Added Layer of Value’. Used by customers in the production of a wide variety of sausage and meat products, our aspirations reach beyond our current products and services, and appeal to our natural curiosity to improve what we do.

As a global organisation, we currently employ around 2,000 people spanning the Americas, UK/EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. We offer careers in research and development, science and food technology, manufacturing and supply chain operations, engineering, sales, and a range of other business support functions. We are always seeking talented people to join the amazing colleagues we have, to keep growing our business.

Our mission is to sustainably utilize technology and biomaterial science-based solutions, to delight our customers. We are a business committed to the pursuit of better. The constant pursuit of what’s next, what’s needed, what’s possible.

About the Role:

The role of Analytical Laboratory Technician provide supports and assistance in the effective running of the Laboratory by carrying out a variety of technical and experimental tasks utilising established procedures and techniques. This role also offers both on-going professional development through training and further career opportunities within a growing \& innovative company.

Responsibilities:

• Implement company and departmental policies and procedures to comply with Health, Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessment requirements.
• Plan own workload to ensure the correct balance between rapid delivery and appropriate quality of results to support the laboratory team in day-to-day laboratory activities.
• Carry out routine and non-routine tasks accurately, in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations.
• Follow strict methodology to carry out analysis.
• Record and analyse data, sometimes interpreting results to present to senior colleagues.
• To undertake routine maintenance and calibration checks of laboratory services and equipment including fume cupboards, deioniser, electrical safety checks, autoclave etc. under the guidance of the senior laboratory technician.
• Participate in continual improvement and development of analytical methods and procedures.
• To update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications

About You:

Experience

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• At least 2 years relevant laboratory experience.
• A background in the food industry would be preferable but not essential.
• Previous experience working to a high quality standard such as GMP/GLP.

Skills

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• A working knowledge of NIR modelling software, HPLC, ICP, wet chemistry and basic microbiology would be advantageous.
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Good mathematical ability.
• Must be detail oriented, have good time management skills, be well organised and be able to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required to work effectively with colleagues.

Knowledge

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• BSc Degree in a related scientific field or a minimum of HND.
• A full clean driving licence.

What’s Next:

If this sounds like a role that you would be interested in, then we would love to hear from you. Apply with a copy of your CV to [email protected] along with a cover letter explaining the key attributes that you could bring to the role.

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Devro.

Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Closing Date:

3rd April 2026

*Please note, closing dates are subject to change and, at time of high volume of applications, this may be brought forward.

Equality and diversity at Devro:

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive working environment in which all employees are respected and supported regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or social background. We expressly welcome applications from people with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Our goal is to ensure equal opportunities and actively combat discrimination – both in the application process and in everyday working life.