Our client, a leading global healthcare company based in Cavan, is recruiting a Microbiology Lab Technician.
This role will work on a continental shift pattern.
Primary Function
- Follow all Environmental, Health and Safety Rules and Regulations within the plant.
- Report any current or potential hazards to your manager immediately.
- The Micro Technician must wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) at all times for the work they are carrying out. Appropriate controls such as a fume hood and ventilation must also be taken where required.
- This function has the responsibility for reviewing all relevant SOP’s/test methods, for any job task they may carry out and ensure they fully understand and adhere to the SOP/test method.
- The Micro Technician must comply with global and regulatory requirements and execute current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and current good laboratory practices (cGLP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions.
- GLP must be maintained at all times, including during the practices of environmental sampling, waste control and chemical disposal. Aseptic techniques must be practiced at all times.
- Responsible for environmental sampling throughout the plant.
- Maintaining Laboratory housekeeping standards.
- The Micro Lab Technician will carry out product testing using Microbiological Test Methods.
- They must carry out sampling at process sample points and test product throughout the process to ensure no microbiological impact is identified.
- The Micro Lab Technician will also carry out in-process testing.
- This function will assist with collection and testing of extra samples throughout the process during trials of new product innovation
Education Required
- BSc in Microbiology or related Scientific discipline.
Skills & Experience
- Strong understanding of compliance and quality standards
- Very good understanding of microbiological techniques & methods used.
- Excellent attention to detail & strong interpersonal skills.
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Emma Daly.
emma.daly@collinsmcnicholas.ie
071-91-40255
