Job Description Summary
This is an on site role, based in Ballina, Co. Mayo.
The primary responsibility of this temporary role is as follows:
Perform basic testing of raw materials, in process products and finished goods at a high level of throughput using the required methodology according to quality guidelines, with supervision.
Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Operate and assist in the evaluation, calibration and validation of testing instrumentation.
Knowledge and understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Initiates continuous improvement (OE) within lab operations to enhance quality and service while reducing costs.
What You'll Do for Us
Perform basic and complex testing of materials at a high level of throughput using the required analytical methodology according to quality guidelines.
Interpret data from routine analyses in order to validate that materials meet specifications.
Applies standard approach to record and interpret results, may report issues with peer review.
Participate in various duties to ensure laboratory operation.
Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., troubleshooting, conducting preventative maintenance and calibration).
Train and instruct analysts/scientists.
Work to and ensure self and team compliance to quality management system requirements through training, documentations, quality records and audits.
Perform data audit in order to ensure accuracy of data and analytical processes. This may include database queries, statistical process control or correlation study.
Qualifications & Requirements
Degree in Science preferably Chemistry with a demonstrated aptitude to relate business and technical requirements.
Prior experience in a testing laboratory from the food, pharmaceutical or chemical industry is essential.
Experience in analytical testing techniques (uHLPL, LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP,) is essential.
Previous experience in testing for dietary supplements is desirable
Experience in Beverage technology and flavour chemistry is desirable
Experience of trouble shooting & solving complex problems is desirable.
Qualifications & Requirements
Degree in Science preferably Chemistry with a demonstrated aptitude to relate business and technical requirements.
Prior experience in a testing laboratory from the food, pharmaceutical or chemical industry is essential.
Experience in analytical testing techniques (uHLPL, LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP,) is essential.
Previous experience in testing for dietary supplements is desirable
Experience in Beverage technology and flavour chemistry is desirable
Experience of trouble shooting & solving complex problems is desirable.
Our Purpose and Growth Culture:
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision (https://www.coca-colacompany.com/about-us/purpose-and-vision) to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
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