Laboratory Technician Food & Dairy Chemistry

The purpose of this role is to perform various analytical tests on wastewater and water samples in line with documented procedures using a variety of test methods and techniques in a busy INAB accredited contract testing laboratory.Main responsibilities will include:Undertaking day to day effective, accurate and efficient processing of workload in the food chemistry laboratory and to perform tasks assigned by the Senior Laboratory staffAdhering to regulations and laboratory policies regarding health and safety and to maintain a clean and hygienic working environmentHandling 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-contaminationMaintaining accurate and systematic records of testingTo have a sounds knowledge of relevant documents within the Quality system including SOPs, Quality Manual, and relevant methods applicable to the postReporting any faults to the Laboratory SupervisorParticipate in the training programme, undergoing further training as required and participating in schemes to ensure on-going competenceAdditional duties as required by the Senior Staff so to fulfil the requirements and demands of the laboratoryComplying with all aspects of Eurofins H&S policyUphold and maintain confidentiality at all times