Product Testing Technician

6 days ago


Port Sunlight, United Kingdom Manpower UK Ltd Full time

We are currently seeking an interim Product Testing Technician to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based at our client's scientific Research & Development facility in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a part-time temporary role to run for 12 months, requiring 30 hours per week, Monday to Thursday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £26,354 per annum, pro rata (full time equivalent), depending upon experience.

Within this role you will work to support Fabric Enhancers projects, specifically supporting the Product Performance Testing team.
Home Care category relies on the functionality of its products to delight consumers. Exciting and powerful claims and creative benefit demonstrations are a key part of getting consumers to choose any specific brand. Product performance Testing plays a key role to shape, define and support all claims for all our global brands.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-washing of various fabrics for performance and sensory testing
Washing of fabrics for performance and sensory testing
Organisation of sensory swatches for testing
Planning and organising fabrics stocks to meet testing requirements
Attending appropriate team meetings
Key Skills Required

Ability to work within multi-functional teams.
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
Good organisation and planning skills.
Experience in preparation of sensory testing is preferable, but not essential.
Additional Information
Port Sunlight working environment:

Free onsite parking
Staff shop discounted products
Working in state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities
Free parking onsite
5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes' drive from Chester
Disabled parking
In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village
There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
The sites have three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold-water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day



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