Laboratory Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Daily testing of product samples and raw materials using defined methodology and according to schedule.
• Ensure results are recorded and specifications updated for any new products in a timely manner.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained in good working order and verified / calibrated according to schedule.
• Data entry of results onto the LIMS and stock control systems.
• Confirm pass or fail status of the product and escalate as required and release product or determine and advise corrective action as appropriate.

Administration

• Daily maintenance of all laboratory documentation to ensure audit ready.
• Create and complete records of non-conforming product and support internal investigation.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis/Conformities and communication as required to the customers.
• Maintaining foreign body library.

General

• Maintain clean and tidy equipment and working areas for availability at all times.
• Maintain storage and rotation of shelf life samples.
• Support customer complaints, internal NCN investigation and shelf life extension assessments.
• Participate in relevant site meetings.
• Maintain acceptable levels of laboratory consumables and initiate orders as required.
• Carry out any additional management request within the reasonable scope of the role.
• Engage proactively in support of other sites as reasonably required.

Qualifications And Experience

• Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent.
• Good level of English both written and spoken.
• Experience in a Laboratory / QA role or similar.
• Must be able to reliably commute to place of work and /or other sites if required to do so within the role.
• Good level of numeracy skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrate a responsible and proactive attitude.
• Able to self motivate.