Senior Microbiologist
5 days ago
Woking, United Kingdom
CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical
Full time
Job DescriptionCK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical is seeking a highly skilled Senior Microbiologist to lead our yeast production team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning and coordination of yeast slope production to meet client orders on time.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee the planning and coordination of yeast slope production to meet client orders on time.
- Facilitate and guide microbiologists and technicians to achieve production targets.
- Develop new methods and improvements within the laboratory to enhance efficiency and product quality.
- Ensure yeast products comply with all customer, company, and legal requirements.
- Manage and schedule staffing within the yeast team to ensure efficient operation.
- Proven experience in yeast production or microbiology, with a strong background in laboratory work.
- Leadership experience, particularly in managing teams and coordinating across departments.
- Strong understanding of HACCP principles and quality management systems.
- Experience with DNA fingerprinting and yeast strain analysis is preferred.
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- A diverse and energetic working environment in a new modern facility.
- Flexible working hours.
- Pension – with salary sacrifice option.
- Subscription fees to professional bodies.
- Personal development courses and opportunity to sit industry qualifications.