Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 6.7 billion Euros turnover, over 940 laboratories across 59 countries and about 61,000 staff.

Performing various analytical tests on dairy, food, feed and agricultural samples using a variety of test methods and techniques in a busy INAB accredited food and dairy chemistry contract laboratory. Assist with sample handling, preparation and data entry and approval using FGS. Ensure requirements of quality system, ISO 17025 and INAB are adhered to in all activities.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking day to day effective, accurate and efficient processing of workload in the food chemistry laboratory and to perform tasks assigned by the Senior Laboratory staff
• Adhering to regulations and laboratory policies regarding health and safety and to maintain a clean and hygienic working environment
• Handling and testing samples for various dairy and nutritional tests according to documented procedures, including attention to sample preparation, temperature control, storage and prevention of cross-contamination
• Maintaining accurate and systematic records of testing
• To have a sounds knowledge of relevant documents within the Quality system including SOPs, Quality Manual, and relevant methods applicable to the post
• Reporting any faults to the Laboratory Supervisor
• Participate in the training programme, undergoing further training as required and participating in schemes to ensure on-going competence
• Additional duties as required by the Senior Staff so to fulfil the requirements and demands of the laboratory
• Complying with all aspects of Eurofins H&S policy
• Uphold and maintain confidentiality at all times

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  Degree level qualification in Food Science, Nutritional Science, Analytical Chemistry or other relevant subject
• Record of ongoing professional development
• Previous experience working within an accredited contract testing laboratory or food industry laboratory environment are preferred but full training will be provided
• Thorough understanding of relevant quality system and accreditation requirements
• Good keyboards skills and experience of LIMS Systems, FGS, MS Office packages in particular Excel.
• Good standard of written and spoken English and numeracy skills.

• Hard working self-motivated and professional team player
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, organise and co-ordinate your own workload
• Good written and verbal communication skills

The benefits of working with Eurofins Environment Testing Ireland

• Flexible work options
• 22 Days Annual Leave plus Service Days (additional days off)
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid Health Insurance Scheme with LAYA Healthcare
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• On Site Social Committee
• Flexible Working