Laboratory Technician

at  Kerry

ABOUT THE ROLE

Do you want to develop your QA / QC career in modern, fast-paced laboratory accredited by CLAS? Kerry Group, an international leader in food industry, is a place where you can grow!
We have a great opportunity for a Laboratory Technician in our Kerry site in Newmarket, Co. Cork.
This is a full-time, seasonal position lasting from February to November. The work schedule consists of four 12-hour shifts per week, with occasional weekend work.
We do not expect you to know all equipment and testing methods and training will be provided.
The planned start date for this role will be in mid-January/February 2025.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The responsibilities of Laboratory Technician include:

• Microbiological and chemical analysis of products using variety of machines as Quant NIR, Delta Lactoscope, Fluorophos and more.
• Routine laboratory checks e.g. balances, incubators and fridges.
• Environmental swabbing of factory areas.
• Staff swabbing.
• Record keeping on LIMS system.
• Communicating test results to relevant teams.

You also will be trained on the CLAS Accreditation system – Kerry Newmarket Laboratory is CLAS accredited for both Micro and Chemical testing.