Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Lab Technician to join our team at our state-of-the-art facility in Kildare. As a key member of our quality control team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform in-house QC testing on incoming raw materials, raw samples, and finished products.
* Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and other lab personnel to ensure seamless workflow.
* Select and prepare standards for comparison with production samples.
* Collect, review, and file Certificates of Analysis for all raw materials.
* Document HACCP CCP and OPRP requirements.
* Prepare samples for outside testing as needed.
* Identify and report problem areas within the QC function and recommend solutions.
* Maintain and calibrate instruments regularly.
* Responsible for selecting and using standard samples for QC material evaluation.
* Perform routine tests (Brix, pH, turbidity, etc.) on products.
About You:
You will hold a relevant qualification and ideally come from either the food production or pharma sectors with 2 years of relevant post-graduate lab experience.
What We Offer:
The Lab Technician role comes with a competitive salary between €35k-€41k plus health insurance, pension, and discretionary bonus of up to 10% (depending on company performance) & 23 days annual leave.
About Our Company:
You would be joining at an exciting time, with our Kildare site having recently completed a major upgrade with significant capital investment and a new plant opening on the same site.