Medical Technician jobs

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Performing routine chemical testing on a variety of food and wastewater matrices using various analytical wet chemistry and instrumental methods. Assisting with method development, commissioning and validation projects. Performing daily checks, calibrations, record keeping and other duties to support laboratory testing.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced and graduate candidates as we have positions at various levels dependent on experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform routine chemical testing of food matrices for a variety of nutritional and allergen test methods

2. Perform routine chemical testing of wastewaters and waters for a range of environmental chemical testing

3. Assist with maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies

4. Assist with equipment installation and qualification

5. Perform daily equipment checks as required by QMS including check on balances, pipette and temperature monitoring of equipment

6. Participate in QC checks to ensure compliance with quality requirements

7. Assist with method development, commissioning of equipment and validation trials

8. Ensure laboratory records are completed correctly and promptly to ensure adequate traceability

9. Assist with training of other colleagues

10. To abide by all company policies and procedures

11. To work in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and Health and Safety guidelines

12. To inform Line Manager of any apparent problems/doubts while undertaking work delegated

13. To record and manage all data accurately and in the specified format (i.e., written and/or electronically)

14. To ensure all records are fully completed, legible and stored appropriately for traceability

15. To ensure your Training Record is current and reflective of training completed

16. To participate in investigations of Complaints and Non-Conforming Work as required

17. To participate in both Internal and External Audits as required

18. To ensure the appropriate PPE is used at all times whilst carrying out tasks as required

19. To ensure proper management of stock / consumables required for completion of work

20. To ensure that your designated work area is kept clean and tidy at all times

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Third level qualification in Food Science or Analytical Chemistry is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years relevant practical experience required for more senior roles
• Working knowledge of laboratory practices particularly analytical chemistry techniques is desirable but full training will be provided for entry level positions
• Fluent in English and confident with record keeping
• Good organisational and IT skills and ability to plan and manage own workload
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Able to work alone and within a team. Flexible and adaptive to changes in business requirements
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Task focussed working under agreed deadlines, technically minded with good attention to detail

<<< Applications are welcomed from both experienced and graduate candidates as we have positions at various levels dependent on experience >>>

Method application:

Candidates meeting specified criteria are asked to please submit CV and covering letter to careers@premierlifesciences.ie quoting reference LT04#0626 and to include your notice period and availability for interview.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From €29,500.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ballon, County Carlow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person