▷ (Immediate Start) Lab Analyst - Wakefield

3 days ago

Wakefield Regional Council, Australia Coca-cola European Partners Full time

Micro and Quality Analyst – Wakefield
Permanent | Shift pattern: 3 on / 3 off – Days & Nights (42 hrs/week)
Salary: £37,310

Additional benefits include:
Annual performance-related bonus | Share scheme | Competitive pension contributions | Laundered uniform | Full PPE provided | Subsidised on-site canteen | Free hot and cold drinks | Free parking

Join the Team at Wakefield Operations

Wakefield is home to the 2nd biggest plant in CCEP and the biggest soft drink plant in Europe. The site produces just under 50% of Great Britain’s volume across 8 manufacturing and 2 preform lines – including up to 540,000 cans and 132,000 bottles per hour.

With over 450 colleagues across Manufacturing, QESH, and Engineering, our Wakefield site offers significant opportunities for development and progression – both locally and across other GB and Pan-European locations.

Your Role at a Glance

As a Lab Analyst, you’ll be a key part of our Quality team – ensuring our products meet the highest standards for safety, taste, and consistency. This is a hands-on role with variety and responsibility, involving both routine testing and technical support across operations. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and help maintain a strong quality culture across site.

What You’ll Be Doing

Quality & Technical Support

- Conduct laboratory sampling, testing, and sensory evaluations to ensure product quality
- Provide quality and technical support across production to maintain standards and resolve issues
- Perform microbiological testing, including plate preparation and reading
- Ensure laboratory equipment is calibrated and maintained in line with site requirements

Health, Safety & Hygiene

- Follow best practices to promote a safe working environment for yourself and others
- Maintain personal hygiene to meet food manufacturing standards
- Support the team in driving a zero-accident safety culture

Environmental Responsibility

- Identify and report leaks, spills, and other environmental concerns
- Support site initiatives to reduce waste and energy usage
- Ensure waste is properly segregated in line with site policies

Team Collaboration & Flexibility

- Provide guidance and on-the-job support to colleagues where needed
- Work flexibly across departments to support quality-related tasks
- Participate in shift handovers and team briefings to ensure effective communication
- Adapt to a range of responsibilities to support team and site objectives

Standards & Continuous Improvement

- Take pride in delivering high-quality work and contributing to a clean, well-organised site
- Actively engage in personal development and seek opportunities to enhance your skills
- Embrace teamwork and take ownership for helping the team meet its goals

What We’re Looking For

- A university degree in Chemistry, Biology or another related scientific discipline (essential)
- Understanding of laboratory processes, safety, and good manufacturing practices
- Hands-on, practical approach with good problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to interpret and record technical data accurately
- A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn

If you’re passionate about science, quality, and working in a fast-paced production environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is 20/10/25. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure you are considered for this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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