Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Mérieux NutriSciences; Ireland; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global health and food safety company is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Technician in Newbridge, Ireland. Key responsibilities include assisting the chemistry team, ensuring compliance with quality management systems, and maintaining health and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field and at least one year of laboratory experience. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for this role, which offers the chance to contribute to public health initiatives.

Benefits

Opportunity to contribute to public health

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Opportunities for learning and career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience within a laboratory environment.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chemistry team with various test methods.
• Manage compliance with Quality Management System.
• Ensure health and safety standards within the laboratory.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize tasks

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Chemistry Laboratory Technician in Athgarvan Road,, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Newbridge W12W951 IRL. Your mission will be to:

Be responsible for assisting the chemistry team to carry out various test methods for our customers. To inform laboratory
manager/supervisor of any apparent problems with analytical procedures, of any doubts about adequacy of training to undertake work delegated, of any problems in meeting agreed times for work completion and to conform with agreed quality and health and safety regulations.

• To perform tasks as allocated by the Laboratory Manager/Supervisor to the highest standards of quality
• To manage the day-to-day implementation of Mérieux NutriSciences’ Quality Management System ensuring compliance with ISO 17025, Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB), Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), Retailer Supplementary Audit Scheme (RSA) & company requirements
• Responsible for good housekeeping standards within the laboratory
• Be responsible for health and safety within the laboratory and escalate any issues to senior management
• To be a part of the Proficiency Testing (PT) programme as required by the Deputy/Quality Manager, ensuring that PT samples are analysed in a timely manner
• To ensure that all results obtained are calculated, checked and entered in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) without delay
• Support the team with method development and be involved in ad-hoc laboratory projects as they arise

YOUR PROFILE

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience within a laboratory environment during college or in a work environment
• The ideal candidate must have a minimum bachelor’s degree in chemistry, food technology and/or other related science
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English
• Experience of working within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to work and tasks
• Proficient in Google Suite with a strong aptitude for learning new software
• Team player with the ability to work on your own initiative
• Enthusiastic and motivated self-starter

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of anenthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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