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• Work with a central cross-functional laboratory team to ensure critical analysis for BioEnergy is accurately informing key decision making by providing guidance in the analysis and interpretation of results to improve operational performance.
• Support and coach Lab and Operational teams to understand best practice concerning sample control, testing, calibration and standards. Establish and govern sample and analysis routines to best support operational priorities.
• Demonstrate expertise in analytical methodologies to aid problem-solving and unlock performance and improvement initiatives for operations.
• Lead the development, validation and introduction of new methodologies and instrumentation to shape the future of Cameronbridge BioEnergy Plant
• Champion excellence in process and analysis data reporting for BioEnergy RUN business processes
• Ensure OCAPs (Out of Control Action Plans) are up-to-date with key analysis steps
• Build working relationships between the lab and business leaders, understanding the business strategy and priorities across operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Demonstrating an uncompromising strive to ensure standards in Safety, Quality, Efficiency, and productivity in the lab and operational areas are upheld and deliver against agreed service levels.
• Support the lab in working towards and maintaining levels of Technician and Laboratory accreditation like benchmark laboratories in our field. Lead, encourage & develop a technical pipeline of talent to the business.
• In conjunction with laboratories in Global Brand Supply standardise and sustain codified procedures and standards to improve multidisciplinary business performance.
• Encouraging a growth mind-set to problems faced and empower people to take ownership.
• Role model the top tier and management of change. Paint a compelling vision of the future keeping abreast of laboratory and process measurement advances within the industry and scan the horizon for opportunities.
• Ensure Diageo is represented within the analytical field, develop effective relationships with research institutes and committees like SWRI, IBD, MAPS & DAPS.
• Engage In Society 2030 initiatives across the business.

Entry level requirements – skills and experience

• Similar experience and a great track record in a world-class FMCG production/ manufacturing, or, any similar environment.
• Practical experience gained through senior roles in analytical laboratories.
• Recognised subject matter expert in analytical and experience of development of best practices, standards and techniques.
• Expert knowledge and experience with the following analytical chemistry methods & technique; Wet Chemistry, GC, HPLC, ISE, AA.
• Experience with Minitab, PowerBI and other data visualisation tools.
• Degree level qualification or equivalent in a scientific-related discipline or qualified through relevant experience.

As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring, you will not be employed by Diageo