Job Description
About the Position ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, with headquarters in Australia and laboratories located across more than 60 countries. ALS provides comprehensive testing solutions in a wide range of industries including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. ALS Life Sciences has a fantastic opportunity for a Food Chemistry Technical Manager to join their team in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. This role is a genuine career opportunity for someone looking to enhance their career prospects and to join a market-leading company with highly ambitious growth plans in Ireland. Job Summary Working Mondays to Fridays from 9.00am to 5.30pm To perform and to assist in the allocation of work in the lab to the high standards of quality required. To manage and participate in food chemistry method development and validation. To investigate customer complaints and non-conforming work. To participate in internal and external audits. To respond to customer queries related to food chemistry. To provide training and technical support to staff on an on-going basis. To ensure that all results obtained by the team are calculated, checked, and reported correctly and promptly. To ensure that agreed quality systems are continually adhered to such as calibration checks, internal and external quality controls, daily checks, and spiked samples. To liaise with procurement to ensure laboratory stock levels are managed and maintained. To ensure all operations are carried out in a safe manner with due regard and compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) regulations and procedures. Perform other duties as required. About You Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Food Chemistry laboratory is required. Degree in Chemistry required, or a related discipline supported by many years of experience in Chemistry analysis. Knowledge of method development and method validation. Previous experience in routine Food Chemistry analysis is highly desirable (fat, moisture, protein, sodium, pH, etc) Excellent standards of PC literacy (Excel, Word) Analytical and logical approach with a keen eye for detail Able to thrive under pressure and work as part of team in a fast-paced environment. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From €45,000.00 per year Benefits: Bike to work scheme Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Clonmel, CO. Tipperary: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Experience: Chemistry: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr