Laboratory Technician

Carry out routine Laboratory Testing and Sampling Verify cleaning using microbiological swabbing Carry out Trichinella Testing Monitor carcass quality Carry out microbiological testing Communicate with and report to customer requests for technical information Maintain and Update Laboratory Procedures Manual Ensure daily tasks are completed and results are actioned where required Review Results Records Weekly and ensure all records are completed correctly and signed off where appropriate Generate reports for QA Manager and Veterinary Inspector Weekly Compliance with regulatory standards, legislation and liaising with DAFF officials Corrective & Preventative Action & Non-Conforming Product Management Measuring adherence to Customer Specification Implementation and maintenance of HACCP & hygiene requirements Review Product and process development Management of Sanitation & Cleaning Assist in the Management of the Food Safety & Quality Management System Compliance with regulatory standards, legislation and liaising with DAFM officials.
The achievement and maintenance of the BRC standard, the Bord Bia MPQAS and retailer and customer standards in terms of an independent third party factory accreditation.
Any other tasks as assigned by the Company and the Quality Assurance Manager.
Skills: Relevant qualification in Science /Science Agri field 2 years work experience in area QA Food Factory work experience Skills: Teamwork Attention to detail Communication Laboratory experience Quality Assurance Science/ Agri Science Qualified Benefits: Parking shift work canteen

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