Analytical Chemist

IRISH DISTILLERS LTD; Ireland; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Irish Distillers in Cork is seeking an Analytical Chemist to join the Central Lab team in Midleton. You will perform finished bottle and spirits analyses, calibrate equipment, and maintain records according to ISO standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry with 3–5 years in analytical chemistry, experience with GC, HPLC and ICP, and strong documentation and teamwork skills. Permanent, on-site position with opportunities for training.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 3–5 years of analytical chemistry experience.
• Experience with ISO quality systems.
• Experience with GC, HPLC and ICP.
• Strong documentation and data recording skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good numeric and IT skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Perform testing and analysis of finished bottle products and spirits samples per procedures and ISO standards.
• Calibrate and perform daily checks of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of all tests and methods used.
• Develop and update in-house laboratory procedures as needed.
• Support senior analytical chemists during method development and validation.
• Assist with ongoing research projects and Pilot Plant work.
• Log samples and enter results into LIMS; ensure traceability.
• Investigate non-conformances and document findings.
• Maintain inventory of chemicals and ensure safe waste disposal.

Conocimientos

Analytical chemistry

Quality assurance

Documentation

Teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry

Herramientas

GC

HPLC

ICP

LIMS

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Analytical Chemist Location: Midleton, Cork Contract: Permanent

About Irish Distillers Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company, is a producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys and Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits. Irish Distillers is part of Pernod Ricard’s Aged Spirits and Champagne business, a division which brings together an exceptional and prestigious portfolio of whisk(e)y, cognac and champagne brands. Led by Jameson, our Irish whiskeys are driving the success of the category globally. Jameson, crafted for smoothness at the Midleton Distillery, is the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey, a top 3 international whiskey brand and a top 10 international spirits brand*. Our Midleton Distillery whiskeys are exported to 130+ markets around the world. We employ over 800 people across our operations in Cork, Dublin and Northern Ireland.

Job Purpose: If you are a self-motivated individual who is passionate about analytical chemistry and quality assurance, Irish Distillers could be your next employer. We are looking for an experienced Analytical Chemist to join our team at Irish Distillers in Cork. Reporting to the Head of Analytical and Technical Development, the Analytical Chemist will work to ensure the quality of our products by providing ongoing technical support for finished bottle analysis. The successful candidate will also provide analytical support and troubleshooting to manufacturing processes, as well as to other groups within Central Labs and Production Teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing and analysis of finished bottle products and other spirits samples in a timely and efficient manner according to existing procedures and ISO standards.
• Perform calibrations and daily checks of the laboratory equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date, complete and precise records of all tests performed.
• Develop and update in-house laboratory procedures as appropriate.
• Support senior analytical chemists and scientists during analytical method development and validation.
• Support any on-going research projects and Pilot Plant activity.
• Perform troubleshooting and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Create and update laboratory documentation and procedures.
• Perform second person check/review of other colleague’s laboratory data and notebooks.
• Log-in samples and enter results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Record non-conformances and perform investigations.
• Maintain chemical and chemical reagents inventory up to date and ensure appropriate waste disposal.
• Work according to the Central Lab Quality Management System and ensure compliance to the ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Actively participate in Internal audits and safety lab walkthrough.
• Ensure a high level of laboratory housekeeping.
• Identify and make recommendations for improvements as part of a team within or outside the department in order to ensure continuous improvement.
• Communicate results effectively with the team and other teams across Central Laboratory.
• Support all other on-going laboratory functions and requirements.
• Ensure Midleton site and Central lab Health and Safety requirements are implemented in lab area and followed.

Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in analytical chemistry, preferably in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.
• Good understanding of the principles of ISO quality systems.
• Good analytical knowledge and experience about GC, HPLC and ICP techniques.
• Weighing, Pipetting, Solution / standard preparation.
• Be able to work on his/her own, as well as with the team.
• Well organised, accurate and have strong documentation skills.
• Good numeric and IT skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills

• Practical understanding of both the fundamentals and practical implementation of analytical science with a bias towards Gas and Liquid Chromatography.
• Good investigative capability and a good ability to document and communicate results.

Our Leadership Attributes Grow Diverse Teams Leverages & values diversity of profiles to build empowered teams and develop talents creating a sense of belonging in an environment that promotes the Pernod Ricard values Bold & Agile Decisive and courageous even in the face of difficult & complex situations and always learns from past experiences. Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said in a respectful way Consumer Centric; Develops customer/consumer intimacy with a focus on technology to innovate and create more value for the consumer and Pernod Ricard. Open & Authentic; Role models who instil trust, engage teams by giving and receiving feedback and constantly fostering open dialogue. Growth Mindset; Forward thinking; embodies a vision that translates into inspiring strategies. Thrives in a complex and changing world deploying resources effectively and efficiently. Deliver through Collaboration; Achieves results while balancing rigorous planning and flexible transversal collaboration. Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

"Like a well-blended whiskey, we believe that diverse perspectives make us better and we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences to create together the spirit that makes us great. We openly welcome and give full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, race, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or belief."

Job Posting End Date: 2026-10-31

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.