Laboratory Technician

Company description: Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.
The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market.
Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace.
Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries.
Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore.
The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN Animal Nutrition.
Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China.
A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion.
Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For more information, visit Job description: Laboratory Technician Virginia, Co Cavan (9 monthFixed Term Contract) Tirln Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.
Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition.
We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches.
Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations.
Role Summary We have an opportunity for a Laboratory Technician at Tirln Virginia on a fixed term contract basis.The position will report to the QC Manager and will be primarily based in the chemical and physical testing laboratory with cover for other laboratory activities on site.
The role will involve testing at all stages of production raw materials, in-process and finished goods.
This position is part of the laboratory shift rota covering seven days per week.
Key Responsibilities Carry out testing at all stages of production raw materials, in-process and finished goods.
Compliance to test methods, standards and sampling frequencies as defined by plant andlaboratory procedures Recording of all test data on site LIMS system Labware together with associated LIMS administrative tasks.
Flag all non-conformances or potential non-conformances in a timely manner Successful implementation and participation in both internal proficiency testing Excellent completion ofall documentation, paper and electronic.
Day to day maintenance of laboratory hygiene standards Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives Equipment cleaning, maintenance and calibration Cross-Training, Development & Project Work, Lab 3M Board Dutie Qualifications Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or equivalent Quality related third level science qualificatio Experience: Must have a flexible and dynamic attitude to work, with strong organisational skills Strong communication with good interpersonal and team participation skills Good IT literacy i.e. LIMs, Excel etc Problem solving and data interpretation skills Other: Understanding of, or experience in SAP and LIMs systems an advantage Understanding of Lean principles an advantage Participate in the employee development programme About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safetyand state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market.
Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference.
We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.
We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.
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