Eurofins Grimsby, England, United Kingdom
Weekend Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.
Job Description
Working within the Food Testing Microbiology laboratory, the purpose of this role is to complete the relevant stage of testing to the required quality standards and internal methods/procedures. Further, assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory.
Please note this is a part time role, working 15 hours per week - Saturday and Sunday 09:00 - 17:00.
* To carry out registration and processing of samples in line with the quality standard and written methods/procedures.
* To carry out media preparation in line with the quality standard and written methods/procedures.
* To carry out reading/confirmation tests in line with the quality standard and written methods/procedures.
* To carry out media QC, IQC, environmental monitoring in line with the quality standard and written methods/procedures.
* Adhering to documented procedures for the relevant section of the laboratory, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
* Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
* Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept in a clean and tidy manner.
* Ensure personal protective clothing equipment is worn in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
* 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.
* Responsible for promoting a professional image of the Company and for complying with the company's Equal Opportunities and Harassment Policies at all times.
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent in science.
* Understanding of ISO 17025, UKAS, key customer requirements, audit procedures, methods etc.
* Experience working in a UKAS accredited laboratory.
* Good organisational and technical problem-solving skills.
* Capable of working well under pressure.
* Willing to take on responsibility.
* Full commitment to meeting customers expectation.
* A passion for providing a safe working environment.
Additional Information
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.
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 its requirements.
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.
We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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