Glanbia Foods Hiring for Laboratory Technician Job at Kilkenny , Ireland Full Time

About Tirlán

Tirlán, formerly known as Glanbia Ireland, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market. Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirlán has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirlán now exports to more than 80 countries. Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Ireland’s number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore.

The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN. Tirlán has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China.

A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlán’s network of 11 production facilities and 52 agri retail outlets serving its communities with annual revenues of over €3 billion expected in 2022. Tirlán’s state-of-the-art headquarters in Kilkenny city and innovation centre in Ballyragget promote innovation, creativity and collaboration. Tirlán is committed to sustainability throughout the organisation through its comprehensive Living Proof programme, and the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) contained within it. For more information visit www.tirlan.com

Lab Technician- Microbiology

Based in Ballyragget & reporting to the QC Laboratory Manager, the role will involve working with a dedicated team of technicians, Quality Managers and related staff to carry out a range of microbiological and chemical analysis of food products. The successful candidate will be based in the laboratories at Ballyragget. Candidates with experience/aptitude in microbiology will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Analysis of a range of dairy products including cheese, butter, dairy powders and in-process samples using approved microbiological methods;

Microbiological methods including both traditional plate, ISO etc and rapid micro;

Microbiological testing of water;

Ensure compliance to the internationally recognised accreditation standard;

Successful implementation and participation in internal and external proficiency testing;

Using LIMS to carry out all lab activities;

Review and document lab investigations as part of the Glanbia CAPA programme;

Validation of accredited test methods and commissioning of new instruments / project works;

Internal auditing of quality systems across the site;

Sample management: sampling, receipt, preparation;

Adhere to the Glanbia health and safety policies and contribute to its improvements;

Complete other QC related business needs as/if they occur.

Key Requirements

Third Level qualification in Food Science, Science or a related discipline;

A strong communicator and ability to work effectively as part of a team;

Good IT skills.

An ability to interpret test data and problem-solving skills;

Good organisational ability;

Desire to do further relevant training and improvement;

Proven ability to work with their own initiative and within a team;

Experience in project management and instrument qualification;

Experience of LIMS, statistical analysis, Lean Manufacturing and 5S an advantage.

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date resume.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Tirlán embraces diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams where different perspectives drive innovation and growth. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can bring their true self to work and achieve their full potential.

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At Tirlán, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.

At Tirlán our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.

Tirlán owns leading consumer and agri brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford , mymilkman.ie and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

Tirlán is a Values Based Organisation – www.tirlan.com