Job Description
The purpose of this role is to perform various analytical tests on dairy, food, and infant formula samples using a variety of test methods and techniques in a busy INAB-accredited food and dairy chemistry contract laboratory. This will include validation of equipment and test methods to meet customer requirements as required. Assist with sample handling, preparation and data entry and approval using LIMS. Ensure requirements of quality system, ISO 17025 and INAB are adhered to in all activities. This position will be filled within a two week period.
Main responsibilities will include:
1. Undertaking day-to-day effective, accurate and efficient processing of workload in the food chemistry laboratory and performing tasks assigned by the Team Lead/Lab Manager
2. Adhering to regulations and laboratory policies regarding health and safety and to maintain a clean and hygienic working environment.
3. Handling and testing samples for various dairy and nutritional tests according to documented procedures, including attention to sample preparation, temperature control, storage and prevention of cross-contamination.
4. Maintaining accurate and systematic records of testing
5. To have a sound knowledge of relevant documents within the Quality system including SOPs, Quality Manual, and relevant methods applicable to the post
6. Have an active role in developing the capability and range of testing provided by the Laboratory to support profitable growth.
7. Reporting any faults to the Team lead/Laboratory Manager
8. Participate in the training programme, undergoing further training as required and participating in schemes to ensure ongoing competence.
9. Additional duties as required by the Senior Staff to fulfil the requirements and demands of the laboratory.
10. Complying with all aspects of Eurofins H&S policy
11. Always uphold and maintain confidentiality.
Qualifications
What we are looking for:
12. Degree level qualification in Food Science, Analytical Chemistry or other relevant subject
13. Practical analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience (> 1 years) ideally in a high volume contract laboratory or food industry is preferable
14. Technically minded with aptitude for working with Instrumentation
15. Very strong technical, report writing, and statistical skills would be an advantage
16. Practical analytical skills are desirable as well as theoretical knowledge of modern lab instruments
17. Record of ongoing professional development
18. Previous experience working within an accredited contract testing laboratory or food industry laboratory environment are preferred but full training will be provided
19. Thorough understanding of relevant quality system and accreditation requirements
20. Good keyboards skills and experience of LIMS Systems, MS Office packages in particular Excel.
21. Good standard of written and spoken English and numeracy skills.
What you'll need to succeed:
22. Hard working self-motivated and ability to work on your own initiative
23. Flexible hours and working patterns, part time to full time hours available
24. Ability to work well under pressure
25. Interest in / ability to research methodology
26. Excellent attention to detail
27. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, organise and co-ordinate your own workload
28. Good written and verbal communication skills
Additional Information
Join our team at Eurofins Food Testing Ireland - We offer a competitive package!
This is a full-time, permanent role - 39 hours per week. Offering an initial 22 days annual leave, plus 10 days bank holidays. We offer a competitive salary, a contributory pension scheme and exceptional healthcare provision (after a 6 month probationary period), plus complimentary life assurance.
Perks of working at Eurofins Food Testing Ireland! Free Parking. We are on a convenient bus route (with a bus stop outside our Little Island site). Sports and Social Club. Bike to Work Scheme. Employee Assistance Programme and an emphasis on employee wellness.
We support your development! Eurofins are committed to supporting your career development. We offer training and development and the opportunity to progress in a growing and ambitious company.
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!
Life at Eurofins is different! We want you to succeed and fulfil your potential. We don’t tie anyone to a tightly structured career path; instead, we create an environment where you can make your own decisions, prove yourself and advance quickly. Above all, we’re a meritocracy, promoting people based on talent and results, whatever their background.
Become your most extraordinary self at Eurofins Food Testing Ireland with support and development throughout your career.