Job Description
This is a great opportunity to join a busy state of the art Agro Testing laboratory. The purpose of this post is to to complete, to the required quality standards, the analysis of samples for a given method using laboratory techniques. Further, assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory.
This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 07:00 - 15:00. The training shift pattern will be Monday to Friday 08:30 - 16:30.
Previous experience within a laboratory is desired but not essential.
* Registration, preparation and analysis of samples as required using the LIMS system.
* To carry out forage analysis by NIR and other accompanying analysis. E.g dry matter and crude ash.
* Packing and dispatching samples for subcontract analysis, ensuring all samples are thoroughly packaged to prevent damage during transit.
* Effective use of external logistics portal for despatching samples.
* Reporting and/or calculation of results in accordance with the methods of analysis.
* Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
* Will be required to answer incoming calls and make out- going calls to follow up on customers and must maintain a high level of customer service at all times
* Adhering to documented procedures for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
* Maintain turnaround time at >95%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
* Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
* To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
* To partake in any developmental training as required in compliance with the Company Standard.
* Comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Security Regulations.
Qualifications
* Good understanding of H&S guidelines relevant to post.
* Good laboratory skills and practices.
* Proven track record of taking responsibility and ownership for problems and following them through to resolution.
* Good administration skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail.
* Maths, English, Chemistry or Biology at GCSE grade C, or above or equivalent.
* Enthusiasm, energy and a driven outlook
* Good team player.
* Passionate about quality and customer service
* Strong communication skills both internally and externally
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise own work.
* Ability to adapt to changing workplace demands.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
Additional Information
Benefits
At Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues special life events, and we are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities.
As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:
* Life Assurance (4 times annual salary)
* Health Cash Plan
* Holiday Purchase and Sell Scheme
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay Scheme
* Company Pension Plan
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support.
* Worldwide career opportunities
* Everyone who joins our team also gets access to Perkbox, allowing you to save money all year round. Whether its supermarket savings or days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday – there’s something to suit everyone’s lifestyle.
What Happens Next
Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths.
Your data
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
Closing Date
We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.