Laboratory Technician
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Magheralin, Northern Ireland |
| ACCOUNTABLE TO: |
Lab & Co Product Manager |
| LOOKING FOR: |
We're looking for a detail-oriented team player with experience in microbiological, chemical, and equipment testing. You will work closely with production to resolve quality issues, ensure customer specifications are met, and support continuous improvement.
ROLE PURPOSE:
Aid the improvement of product quality by undertaking a range of tests on finished and raw product and production areas, monitoring and reporting findings as appropriate.
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RESPONSIBILITIES AND MEASURES OF SUCCESS
The main job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform your role exactly as stated in the relevant standard operating procedure (PSOP).
- Maintain focus on workplace safety, ensuring all activities are carried out in accordinace with safe working practices and procedures
- Observe, act and immediately report any issues that may pose a threat to a safe working environment
- Ensure that the circumstances of any accidents or incidents are immediately reported to your Line Manager, recorded in detail and that any supporting documentation is completed promptly.
- Participate fully in safety tours, hazard identification tasks and risk assessments when requested to do so by your Line Manager.
In your role, you will:
- Follow all procedures as outlined in relevant SOPs.
- Ensure safe working practices and report any safety concerns or incidents immediately.
- Participate in safety tours, hazard identification, and risk assessments as required.
- Maintain clear communication with supervisors and team members regarding QA findings.
- Ensure accurate documentation of quality checks and contribute to effective shift handovers.
- Engage in regular coaching sessions with your Line Manager.
- Conduct chemical and microbiological testing with accurate documentation.
- Investigate out-of-spec results and support resolution of quality issues.
- Maintain and calibrate lab equipment; perform internal audits and quality checks.
- Ensure compliance with SOPs and customer specifications, including documentation like COAs and certificates.
- Support continuous improvement and stay updated on scientific developments.
- Minimise and report spillages; support investigation and corrective actions.
- Dispose of waste according to recycling protocols.
- Report potential environmental risks to the Site Services Manager.
ESSENTIAL
The successful candidate must have:
- GCSE/O’Level (Grade C or above) in English, Maths, and a Science-related subject, or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
- Minimum 1 year of relevant laboratory experience, or a HND/equivalent in Food Science or related technical discipline (open to recent graduates).
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice, laboratory procedures, and workplace Health & Safety.
- Ability to work rotating day shifts, including weekends.
- Participate in cross-training within the department and demonstrate flexibility in supporting other areas of the QA function as needed.
DESIRABLE
The successful candidate must have:
- HND or equivalent level in Food Science or related technical discipline
- Relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing and production
Leprino is an equal opportunity employer.
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