Microbiologist – Food QC
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Position Overview & Specifications
About the Position
The Sittingbourne laboratory carries out microbiological testing for a wide range of food and water clients. The site Is UKAS, and RSA approved. We currently have a vacancy for a Microbiologist to join the team on a full-time basis.
Basis: Permanent & Full Time Shift: 4 on / 4 off - 9am - 9pm
The position will be responsible for:
- Performing routine daily, weekly, and monthly tasks as assigned
- Conforming to all site Quality Management systems and Health and Safety procedures.
- Plate counting
- Completion of media QC
- Confirmation testing
- Entering of results
- Ensuring that all records are completed concisely and accurately with paperwork written in clear handwriting.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- The ability to work alone and as part of a team.
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to work on own initiative.
- Good communication skills, written and oral.
- Be able to accurately follow written procedures and verbal direction
- Willing to work flexibly across the breadth of duties included In the Microbiologist role
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled person looking to develop their career in an international company.
To apply please send your cover letter and CV to: recruitment.uk@alsglobal.com
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Research & Development
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Microbiologist – Food QC roles across ALS Food and Pharmaceutical's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Research & Development.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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