Job Description

Working in a state of the art food testing laboratory, the purpose of this post is to to complete, to the required quality standards, the analysis of samples for a given method using laboratory techniques.

Please note this is a full time role working 38.5 hours per week - working a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern:

Week 1: 09:30 – 21:00

Week 2: 10:30 – 22:00

Sub-culturing, plate reading, confirmations and validation of analytical results as required. Run any equipment required for analysis such as PCR, Pathatrix and ELISA. Reporting of results in accordance with the methods of analysis and Customer requirements. Maintain turnaround time at > 99%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved. Be familiar with laboratory FGS software, to understand and be able to implement processes relating to sample/test data entry.  Ensure all appropriate paperwork is filled out on a daily basis.  Conducting and recording Media QC, raising and documenting any non-conformances.  Be able to raise any non-conformance issues and to investigate root causes and implement actions appropriate to assist with continuous improvement..  Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept safe. Take responsibility for the cleanliness and hygiene of the area you work in at all times ensuring it is always kept clean and tidy with due attention to the careful maintenance of all laboratory fittings and equipment. This includes removal of waste generated whilst working following the guidelines provided for disposal of waste. Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Manual in order to ensure compliance at all times with the policies, procedures and associated documents.  To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard. Highlight any issues identified to the Line Leader/Team Leader Provide a high level of internal and external customer care by ensuring all results are delivered accurately and on time. Adhering to documented procedures in the Quality System for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained. A flexible approach to work will be required to assist other departments as and when required

Qualifications

Diploma / Degree in relevant science area Experience in working in part of a team Not required, on the job training given Good origination and time management Good communication skills Able to self-motivate

Additional Information

Benefits

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.

As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:

Life Assurance (4 times annual salary) Company Pension Plan Holiday Purchase Scheme Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support Free car parking Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme Worldwide career opportunities Everyone who joins our team also gets access to Perkbox, allowing you to save money all year round. Whether its supermarket savings or days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday – there’s something to suit everyone’s lifestyle

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 it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. 
 
Your data 
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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.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025, through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level, and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!