Company DescriptionEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.In 2024 Eurofins generated frevenues of €6.5 billion and has been among the best preforming stocks in Europe over 20yearsOur Microbioloty Labororaty in Dungarvan is a dynamic and fast-growing analytical services company supplying clients in both the public and private sector. As we grow we have exciting opportunities for talented, enthusiastic people who are keen to be rewarded for their hard work and dedication. We are currently sourcing a Technical Operations Coordinator, why not consider joining our team in Dungarvan.Job DescriptionHours of work are 39 hours per week, Monday - Friday.As Technical Operations Co-Ordinator you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory ensuring samples are processed accurately, promptly and efficiently for required microbiological testing while maintaining high standards of compliance with Health and Safety, Quality System and Customer requirements. To provide excellent customer service through accurate and timely testing of samples. To proactively assist management and Section Leaders with technical and operational development of the department to ensure both Eurofins business objectives and Customer requirements are consistently delivered.Departments of Responsibility - Sample Reception, Main Lab, Pathogen lab, Media ,stores.Main responsibilities include Ensure Compliance to the 17025 standard at all times by adhering to the in house quality procedures provided.Proactively co-ordinate operations to meet customer’s requirements by effective planning and day-to-day management of workflow and testing across departments .Work to prioritise customer samples and ensure there is a good level of understanding of customer requirements.Assist with adjustment of lab schedules as required.Develop, monitor and improve lab KPIs on productivity and efficiency to demonstrate effective management of laboratory.Liaise with Laboratory and Technical Manager’s on upcoming project and new client work to ensure successful implementation in the laboratory.Report production, technical and quality issues to the relevant manager in a timely manner.Identify and assist in investigating instances of non-conforming work within each department.Possess good working knowledge of relevant documents within the Quality System including test, general methods, and client specific standards or specifications (where relevant)- ensure compliance with these documents across departments of responsibilityExercise a sound commercial and financial awareness to help reduce and control costs within each departmentTo identify and implement improvements.Proactively assist with and propose innovative solutions to support the ongoing operational development of each department.Assist quality department in external and internal audits including closing out findings raised.Provide training and guidance to staff. Develop and participate in training programmes, undergo further training as required and participate in schemes to ensure on-going competence and development of skills.Ensuring that excellent standards of housekeeping and hygiene are always maintained.Ensure laboratory is operated in a safe manner in accordance with Eurofins H&S system requirements.As required carry out duties included in Technician Job Descriptions and be able to deputise in other areas when needed. QualificationsQualificatins / Skills:Degree level qualification in Microbiology / Food Science, or other relevant subject discipline.Previous experience working within an accredited contract testing laboratory or related industry laboratory environment are preferred but full training will be provided.Record of ongoing professional developmentGood keyboards skills and experience of LIMS Systems, MS Office packages in particular Excel.Excellent communicator both written and verbal.Highly organized, accurate, and strong documentation skills.Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently.Additional InformationWhat Happens NextOur people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. Your data
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We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/