DEPARTMENT Technical
JOB TITLE Technical Lab Technician
RESPONSIBLE TO Technical Manager/Technical Quality Lead
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the preparation of all products prior to handover for packaging. Maintenance of all raw ingredient stocks.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
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To wear company supplied PPE
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Offloading of all base liquid tankers – may be dependent on the physical capabilities of the Technician
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Analytical testing of tankers and other bulk liquid materials
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Ensure packaging lines are serviced with products as required – may be dependent on the physical capabilities of the Technician
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Fill height checks on all bottling lines
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Analytical testing of in-process products.
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Analytical & microbiological testing of finished products
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Microbiological preparation work.
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Calibration of laboratory and factory equipment on a daily basis.
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In-process packaging checks on all products.
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Random torque and CO2 checks throughout the shift.
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Paperwork checks on in-process and finished products throughout the shift.
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Final pack packaging checks.
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To inform the Technical Manager/ Technical Quality Lead of any out of specification results.
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Ensure correct recording of actions within IFS stock inventory system
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Ensure all documentation is completed and record all documentation legibly and correctly.
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Ensure documentation is scanned/ attached to IFS as appropriate
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Ensure all tanks and pipe work is cleaned following the correct procedures and correctly documented.
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Inform Material Stock Controller/ Technical Manager/Technical Quality Lead immediately of any shortages of materials.
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Ensure the work area and laboratory is kept clean & tidy. Follow the glass breakage procedure immediately for any breakages that may occur.
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Carry out Monthly Glass and Plastic Audits
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Report any faulty or broken equipment to the Technical Manager/ Technical Quality Lead
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Ensure a correct shift handover takes place with other Technicians.
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To provide holiday cover for other Technicians when necessary.
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Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Technical Manager/ Technical Quality Lead.
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To carry out all the above duties in a safe and sensible manner, adhering to all Health & Safety standards.
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Support in the training and development of new starters, apprentices and graduates as required.
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Contribute to the development of procedures/ work instructions and continuous improvement activities.
This is not an exhaustive list but merely an overview of the main duties involved.
Full training will be given
Key Skills & Experience:
Ÿ Highly organised with good prioritisation skills and IT literate.
Ÿ QA or technical experience within a factory environment
Ÿ Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
Ÿ Willingness and ability to be flexible
For more inforation please contact Nick Walker at Imperial Recruitment Group