Sample Reception Technician

SGS

Bar Hill, Cambridge, United Kingdom permanent

Posted: February 6, 2026

Quick Summary

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

SGS’s Food industry services help ensure food safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—supporting businesses across the supply chain from farm to fork.

• Sample Reception Technician 
• Job Type: Permanent 
• Location: Bar Hill, Cambridge 
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm 
•  Salary: £23,868 pa 
• Industry: Health & Nutrition - Food 

• Processing of samples in retail sample reception, in accordance with documented procedures.
• To assist in the effective, accurate and efficient purchasing of samples in stores and collections.
• To participate in training, as required by the business’ needs.
• Driving to sites to pick up samples and bring back

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in: 

• Laboratory standards 
• Customer Service 
• Competent user in Excel 

You will also have the following: 

• Full UK driving license - ESSENTIAL 

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria) 

• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria) 

• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance 

• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays 

• An additional day off for your birthday 

• Retailer Discounts 

• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay 

• Length of Service Awards 

• Christmas Vouchers 

• Health & Wellbeing initiatives 

• Discounted Gym Membership 

APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days.

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