Laboratory Technican

Requisition ID 37671
Position Type FT Seasonal
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Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about

A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about.

Our Kerry Listowel site currently has a vacancy for a Laboratory Technician working days on a 6 month fixed term contract.

There will need to be an element of flexibility from the successful candidate to be able to cover shifts when and where required.

• Analysing in process and finished product samples (whey, skim, milk powder, infant formula base etc) across the in-process lab.
• Carrying out all laboratory activities in line with GLP and in-house requirements.
• Complying with GLP/ GMP and safety requirements at all times.
• Assisting with ensuring the laboratory is always adequately stocked with the consumables necessary to carry out the required analyses.
• Recording all data relevant to each test, and results and keeping all records up to date, clear and legible.
• Performing basic instrument calibration, maintenance and completion of associated records.
• Participation in proficiency testing within scope of laboratory accreditations.
• Maintaining the laboratory in a clean and well organised status at all times.
• Participation in audits (internal and external) and inspections.
• Participation in the weekend rota as scheduled by the Laboratory Manager.
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

• Science based degree in a relevant area i.e Food Science, nutrition, biology,analytical chemistry etc or relevant laboratory experience would be desirable.
• Good standard of PC literacy (Excel, Word) - SAP would be an advantage.
• Analytical and logical approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Keen interest in food science and food safety.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

What's in it for you?

6 month fixed term contract with an hourly pay rate 14.93 (+ shift premoium)

Access to employee benefits platform

Access to employee assistance program