Microbiologist Technician – Sidcup

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Microbiologist Technician – Sidcup
Part-Time | 3 Days per Week (Tues – Thurs) | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Join a passionate, quality-driven team where your microbiology skills will play a crucial role in delivering safe, high-quality products to consumers. Based at our vibrant Sidcup site, you'll contribute to innovation, protect product integrity, and collaborate across teams—all within a fast-paced, industry-leading FMCG environment.

What You'll Do:

Be the Microbiologist Technician on-site, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. You'll:

  • Run microbiological testing on products, raw materials, and the environment to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

  • Partner with R&D and Production teams to support the safe launch of new, sensitive products.

  • Investigate and resolve microbiological deviations, using your expertise to drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

  • Improve site microbiological validation—covering hygiene, equipment, and CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems.

  • Monitor site-wide microbiological trends, proactively identifying and addressing potential contamination risks.

  • Keep the lab running at its best—managing equipment, inventories, and embracing new technologies to enhance efficiency.

    Why You’ll Love It Here:

  • Autonomy with Support – Own your workload and objectives with the backing of a supportive, collaborative team.

  • Real Impact – See your work make a tangible difference to product quality, consumer safety, and brand reputation.

  • Growth and Development.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration.

    What You Bring to the Table:

  • Experience in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.

  • Previous experience in an FMCG, beverage, or food production lab (preferred but not essential).

  • Solid understanding of microbiological methods, food safety, and lab best practices.

  • A proactive, methodical mindset with excellent time management and communication skills.

  • Enthusiasm for collaboration, continuous improvement, and scientific curiosity.

    Key Behaviours We Value:

  • Strong teamwork and cross-functional engagement.

  • Passion for scientific excellence and quality.

  • Ownership, initiative, and a commitment to high standards.

    If you’re ready to bring your microbiological skills to a team that values your voice and your impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply and we will be in contact.

    M4 recruitment is an equal opportunities employer

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