Laboratory Technician- Beverage Development Technician - 6 Month Contract (maybe extended) - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm (37.5 hrs/week) - Location: Stourport - Pay: £14.16 per hour Lab Technician Purpose of the Role - Supporting the Beverage Development team in creating and dispatching high-quality, innovative beverage samples to customers, ensuring all project deadlines are met. The role also involves conducting longer-term research and development work, maintaining efficient lab operations, and providing valuable insights to support product innovation. Lab Technician Key Responsibilities will include: Sample and Project Support Assist the Beverage Development Technologist and Master Cider Maker in preparing beverage samples according to specified recipes. Support with supermarket comparison shops and benchmark product purchasing. Package and ship beverage samples to customers in line with project timelines. Research and Documentation Conduct longer-term research projects and compile scientific and technical reports. Work with the Beverage Development team to write and update SOPs and Risk Assessments, ensuring all documentation is current and compliant.Laboratory Operations Maintain and order lab equipment, consumables, ingredients, and packaging materials. Ensure efficient running of the lab through stock management and equipment upkeep. Operate pilot plant equipment as required. Carry out analytical and sensory testing on beverage products. Administrative ..... full job details .....