Laboratory Technician

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition.

A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our Flavour Production team in Runcorn. This is a hands-on, laboratory-based role where you will play a key part in the preparation and development of flavourings, supporting our flavourists in delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.You will be involved in a wide range of flavour production activities, gaining exposure to different flavour formats while developing your technical and sensory expertise.Key responsibilities

Prepare a variety of flavour formats includingLiquid blend topnotesPowder flavourings (dry blends & spray dry)Thermal process flavouringsLiquid extractsFollow detailed formulations and ensure precise measurement and accuracy at all timesSupport flavourists with product tastings of finished flavourings and raw materialsDevelop the ability to taste, evaluate, and accurately describe flavour profilesMaintain high standards of lab organisation, hygiene, and workflow efficiencyCollaborate closely with the flavourist team and cross-functional stakeholdersSupport day-to-day laboratory operations and contribute to continuous improvementQualifications and skills

Strong attention to detail and a highly methodical approach to workExcellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesA proactive, hands-on attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a teamStrong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in describing flavour attributesA keen interest in flavours, food, or sensory scienceAbility to taste and distinguish subtle flavour nuancesAdaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentPractical experience of working in a food laboratory environment.Experience of working in a flavour development or application lab would be advantageous.Working knowledge of IT based applications such as SAP, Optiva, Salesforce.com and Microsoft applications such as Excel etc.