Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
The purpose of this role is to complete, to the required quality standards, the analysis of food samples for a given method using laboratory techniques. Further, assist in the efficient day-to-day operation of the laboratory.
This is a part time position, working 20 hours per week with the following shift patterns available:
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 13:00 - 18:00.
- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 13:00 - 18:00.
- Sub-culturing, plate reading, confirmations and validation of analytical results as required.
- Run any equipment required for analysis such as PCR, Pathatrix and ELISA.
- Reporting of results in accordance with the methods of analysis and Customer requirements.
- Conducting and recording Media QC, raising and documenting any non-conformances.
- Maintain turnaround time at >99%, ensuring that daily targets are achieved.
- Be able to raise NCWs following any non-conformance and to investigate root causes and implement actions appropriate to assist with continuous improvement.
- Be familiar with laboratory FGS software, Understand and be able to implement processes relating to sample/test data entry.
- Take responsibility for the cleanliness and hygiene of the area you work in at all times ensuring it is always kept clean and tidy with due attention to the careful maintenance of all laboratory fittings and equipment. This includes removal of waste generated whilst working following the guidelines provided for disposal of waste.
- Ensure all appropriate paperwork is filled out on a daily basis
- Wear personal protective clothing equipment in accordance with the Health & Safety policy.
- Work with the team to drive the laboratory forward through continuous improvement.
- To assist through operating best practice in order to meet the requirements of the UKAS accreditation standard.
- Highlight any issues identified to the Line Leader/Team Leader.
- Provide a high level of internal and external customer care by ensuring all results are delivered accurately and on time.
- Responsible for ensuring that UK health and safety legislation is maintained and helping to ensure that the working environment is kept safe
- Adhere to documented procedures in the Quality System for all aspects of laboratory work, ensuring that all relevant information concerning samples is recorded, that samples are handled correctly, and that all necessary records and quality data are maintained.
- Assist with continuous improvement within the microbiology department
- A flexible approach to work will be required to assist other departments as and when required