Quality Laboratory Technician

Devro; Moodiesburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the food industry is seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to join their Supply Chain team. The role involves implementing safety procedures, conducting analyses, and contributing to method improvements. Candidates should have relevant laboratory experience and a scientific degree. Join us to ignite your curiosity and advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience working to high-quality standards such as GMP/GLP.

Responsibilities

• Implement company policies to comply with health and safety requirements.
• Plan workload to balance rapid delivery and quality results.
• Record and analyze data to present findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Organization

Mathematical skills

Education

BSc Degree in a related scientific field

HND

Tools

NIR modeling software

HPLC

GC

Thermal Conductivity

AAS

Wet chemistry

Basic microbiology

Job description

As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of collagen products for the food industry, supplying high-quality edible films and coatings to over 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries, our teams are the most important drivers of our continued success.

You will be familiar with our product ranges, which are primarily used by customers in the production of sausage and meat products. However, our aspirations extend beyond our current products and services, driven by our natural curiosity to improve what we do.

We are committed to the pursuit of better. The constant pursuit of what is next, what is needed, what is possible now and in the future. We want you to grow with us—ignite your curiosity and your commitment to your career with us.

We are searching for a Quality Laboratory Technician within our Supply Chain team. If you believe you have the experience and skills we need, we would love to hear from you.

About the role:

1. Implement company and departmental policies and procedures to comply with Health, Safety, COSHH, and Risk Assessment requirements.
2. Plan your workload to ensure a balance between rapid delivery and maintaining appropriate quality of results to support the laboratory team in daily activities.
3. Carry out routine and non-routine tasks accurately to produce reliable data supporting scientific investigations.
4. Follow strict methodologies to carry out analysis.
5. Record, analyze, and sometimes interpret data to present findings to senior colleagues.
6. Participate in routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, including fume cupboards, deionizers, autoclaves, etc., under the guidance of the Senior Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician.
7. Contribute to the continual improvement and development of methods and procedures.
8. Update your knowledge through educational opportunities and reading technical publications.

About you:

1. At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
2. A background in the food industry is preferable but not essential.
3. Experience working to high-quality standards such as GMP/GLP.
4. Knowledge of NIR modeling software, HPLC, GC, Thermal Conductivity, AAS, wet chemistry, and basic microbiology.
5. Good mathematical skills.
6. Attention to detail, good time management, organization, and ability to multitask.
7. Effective communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
8. BSc Degree in a related scientific field or a minimum of HND. A full clean driving license.