QC Technician

Quorum Search Partners

Kildare
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago
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Position Overview:Perform all in-house QC testing on incoming raw materials, raw samples and /or finished products, working with minimal supervision. Receive instruction and guidance from QC Chemists and management. The position has internal contact with Production, and Purchasing and inter-company lab personnel regarding resources and procedures. This individual must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with vendors, customers, co-workers and supervisors, while achieving and enhancing performance standards.Responsibilities:

Perform all functions and duties in the Laboratory operations as needed.
Select and prepare all standards for comparison with samples from production.
Evaluate incoming raw material samples for compliance with specifications.
Responsible for collection, review and filing of Certificates of Analysis for all raw materials.
Responsible for documenting HACCP CCP and OPRP requirements.
Prepare samples for outside testing as needed.
Responsible for organising, storing, clean up and disposal of QC retained samples.
Responsible for cleaning and calibration all QC lab instruments on a regular basis.
Report problem areas within the QC function and recommend solutions.
Wash all glassware; maintain clean working area and sufficient inventory of supplies in the lab.
Must demonstrate skill in establishing and implementing QC procedures for the continuous improvement of QC department functions. Maintain accurate records on all work performed.
Maintain and calibrate instruments regularly.
Maintain adequate stocks of reagents and materials for the Lab.
Responsible for the selection and use of standard samples for QC materials evaluation.
Perform standard routine tests (Brix, pH, turbidity etc.) on products.
Adhere to all GMPs, GLPs, safety procedures and test methods and specifications.

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Industry experience a plus.
Sensory experience an advantage.
Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

At Quorum Search Partners we respect your privacy. Your CV is sent to us in complete confidence and will never be forwarded to a third party without your consent.Please apply by sending your CV to Joanne Bourke at or call 018788240 for more information.

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