Laboratory Technician
Permanent Role – Cavan, commutable from Louth and Meath.
CPL Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician
to join this highly successful SME based in Cavan. To start your career in industry in this interesting industrial role, you must have at least level 5 in laboratory studies. This is a great opportunity for someone with a positive approach and work ethic to begin their career in industry.
You will contribute to the overall quality of product on site.
You will be responsible for testing raw materials, in-process and manufactured products in accordance with defined procedures and take appropriate action to control non-conforming material/product.
You will work to identify opportunities for the elimination of waste, increased efficiencies and improvement of the quality of products.
Responsibilities:
* Perform routine QC testing of finished products according to existing laboratory procedures.
* Report all QC results in a timely fashion to the HSQE Manager.
* Maintain an inventory of all batches tested in accordance with ISO standards.
* Participate in setting up new incoming raw materials control system and implementation of same once it is set up.
* Assist R&D department in modification of existing products, sourcing of new raw materials, and development of new products.
* Assist in maintaining and tracking chemical data sheets, safety data sheets, certs of analysis of all incoming laboratory raw materials.
* Keep laboratory and laboratory equipment clean and tidy.
* FOLLOW ALL RELEVANT HEALTH & SAFETY REGULATIONS.
* Undertake in-house and external training where required by the company.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Experience in QC and/or materials testing would be preferable.
* At least level 5 in laboratory studies.
* Knowledge of ISO and other certification systems would be beneficial.
* Good knowledge of basic Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
Personal Skills:
* A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* A willingness to problem solve.
* Fast and accurate data entry skills.
* The ability to work as part of a team.
* Be a self-starter who shows initiative.
You must have the right to work in Ireland for this role, visa support is not available on this occasion.
A car would be beneficial to travel to the site.