About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our Flavour Production team in Runcorn. This is a hands-on, laboratory-based role where you will play a key part in the preparation and development of flavourings, supporting our flavourists in delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.
You will be involved in a wide range of flavour production activities, gaining exposure to different flavour formats while developing your technical and sensory expertise.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of flavour formats including
- Liquid blend topnotes
- Powder flavourings (dry blends & spray dry)
- Thermal process flavourings
- Liquid extracts
- Follow detailed formulations and ensure precise measurement and accuracy at all times
- Support flavourists with product tastings of finished flavourings and raw materials
- Develop the ability to taste, evaluate, and accurately describe flavour profiles
- Maintain high standards of lab organisation, hygiene, and workflow efficiency
- Collaborate closely with the flavourist team and cross-functional stakeholders
- Support day-to-day laboratory operations and contribute to continuous improvement
Qualifications and skills
Strong attention to detail and a highly methodical approach to work
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
A proactive, hands-on attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in describing flavour attributes
A keen interest in flavours, food, or sensory science
Ability to taste and distinguish subtle flavour nuances
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Practical experience of working in a food laboratory environment.
Experience of working in a flavour development or application lab would be advantageous.
Working knowledge of IT based applications such as SAP, Optiva, Salesforce.com and Microsoft applications such as Excel etc.