Eurofins Ireland Food Testing

About Eurofins Ireland Food Testing

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing. In 2018, Eurofins generated 4.2 billion Euro proforma turnover in 800 laboratories across 47 countries, employing about 45.000 staff. Eurofins Food Testing Ireland is an analytical testing facility to help make food safe for consumption. Why don't you consider joining our dynamic team in Cork as a Laboratory Technician where we consider our employees the most important part of our business. Job Description The Food Laboratory provides analytical testing facilities to help make food safe for consumption. The role of Laboratory Technicians is to prepare and analyse customer food samples keeping in mind efficiency, quality and accuracy standards as required by the company. Upon commencement of employment a training plan will be initiated for the Technician and will be discussed with the Technician as part of their development plan. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure Compliance to the 17025 standard at all times by adhering to the in house quality procedures provided Become competent in the preparation of food samples for analysis. Become competent in the laboratory work practices and requirements that facilitate analysis. Become familiar with all relevant laboratory test methods and procedures i.e. SOP’s. Ensure that all client samples are tested on time, and notify a Senior Technician / Laboratory Manager of any time delays. Accurately log samples into the system in a timely manner. Complete all documentation on time, accurately and legibly. Check weights and temperatures in line with company procedures. Keep their training sheets up to date and initiate training where possible when able to do so. Adhere to all company standards in the area of safety, housekeeping and quality, notifying a Senior Technician or Laboratory Manager of any discrepancies. Keep the laboratory area clean and tidy. Ensure that the laboratory is stocked with pipettes, autoclave bags etc. Clean laboratory equipment as required, including fridges, incubators water baths etc. Ensure that all sanitiser bottles and beakers are filled and changed regularly and the correct control labels are attached to them. Ensure that there are no reagents or media available in the laboratory that have past their expiry date. Ensure that all documentation relating to customer samples is filed. Take part in proficiency testing as instructed by a Senior Technician. Provide cover for other members of staff as required and participating in the Weekend Rota. Be flexible to work in any area of the business as is required. Qualifications EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE It is not necessary to have a science qualification as full training will be given, but experience in a food environment would be an advantage. A working knowledge of computers is essential. Who we are looking for; Highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who can work well within a busy environment. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to multi-task, prioritise and organise workload. Excellent written and verbal communication skills A passion for delivering great service Ability to work to processes in a consistent manner Additional Information Please note that the working hours for this role are as follows; Wednesday - Friday 3.30pm - 8.00pm and Saturday 10.00am - 6.15pm.

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Company Type: Private

Company Size: 5001 - 10000

Revenue: 5 - 10 billion (USD)

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