About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Lab Technician to join our team at our state-of-the-art facility in Kildare. This is an excellent opportunity for a problem-solver who can juggle multiple tasks and build strong relationships with suppliers, clients, and colleagues.
Job Responsibilities
* Perform quality control testing on incoming raw materials, samples, and finished products.
* Collaborate closely with production, purchasing, and lab personnel to ensure smooth operations.
* 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 problem areas within the QC function and recommend solutions.
* Maintain and calibrate instruments regularly.
* Select and use standard samples for QC materials evaluation.
* Perform routine tests (Brix, pH, turbidity etc.) on products.
Requirements
* Hold a relevant qualification.
* Have 2 years of post-graduate lab experience, preferably in the food production or pharma sectors.
Benefits
The Lab Technician role offers a competitive salary between €35k-€41k per year, health insurance, pension, discretionary bonus of up to 10% (depending on company performance), and 23 days of annual leave.
About Us
You will be joining a global market leader in the beverage production sector at an exciting time, with recent investments in a new site and upgrade of our existing facility in Kildare.