Due to internal promotion, we are now recruiting for a QHSE Laboratory Technician. This is a full-time seasonal role at our Kerry site in Listowel, Co. Cork.
Hours of work are Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30pm with weekend on/off and occasional 12 hour day and night shift cover by prior arrangement.
About the Role
You will be responsible for the analysis of raw materials, in process and finished product samples, conducting testing ranging from physical, chemical, microbiological, functional, sensory etc.
We are based in Listowel, home to one of our Dairy sites in the South West of Ireland in Co Kerry.
Our Business
We have Consumer Foods and Taste & Nutrition plants located on the site, which form an integral part of the overall Dairy business for the Group.
Taste & Nutrition focuses on technology-based ingredients, flavours and integrated solutions in food and beverage growth markets supplying globally.
Consumer Foods uses operational and marketing expertise along with consumer understanding to continually invest in added value meat, dairy, convenience and food-to-go categories.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Analysis of raw materials, in process and finished product samples.
* Conducting testing ranging from physical, chemical, microbiological, functional, sensory etc.
* Proficiency testing within scope of lab accreditations.
* Recording dates generated in SAP and other systems.
* Adhering to the Kerry Policy – Safety First, Quality Always.
Your Key Requirements
* Previous food/dairy laboratory testing experience.
* Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
* Demonstrated knowledge of product specifications, plant processes and products.
* Excellent understanding of Good Laboratory Practice.
* Third-level qualification in a science-related discipline or lab experience.
* Proficient in MS Office tools.
* Knowledge of LIMS, SAP system desirable.
What's in it for you?
Career development opportunities, matched pension scheme, employee assistance program, and employee benefit platform.
Our recruitment, selection, and assessment process are based on skills and competencies entirely on merit.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion in all recruitment processes and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.