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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

* To wear company supplied PPE

* Offloading of all base liquid tankers – may be dependent on the physical capabilities of the Technician

* Analytical testing of tankers and other bulk liquid materials

* Ensure packaging lines are serviced with products as required – may be dependent on the physical capabilities of the Technician

* Fill height checks on all bottling lines

* Analytical testing of in-process products.

* Analytical & microbiological testing of finished products

* Microbiological preparation work.

* Calibration of laboratory and factory equipment on a daily basis.

* In-process packaging checks on all products.

* Random torque and CO2 checks throughout the shift.

* Paperwork checks on in-process and finished products throughout the shift.

* Final pack packaging checks.

* To inform the Technical Manager/ Technical Quality Lead of any out of specification results.

* Ensure correct recording of actions within IFS stock inventory system

* Ensure all documentation is completed and record all documentation legibly and correctly.

* Ensure documentation is scanned/ attached to IFS as appropriate

* Ensure all tanks and pipe work is cleaned following the correct procedures and correctly documented.

* Inform Material Stock Controller/ Technical Manager/Technical Quality Lead immediately of any shortages of materials.

* Ensure the work area and laboratory is kept clean & tidy. Follow the glass breakage procedure immediately for any breakages that may occur.

* Carry out Monthly Glass and Plastic Audits

* Report any faulty or broken equipment to the Technical Manager/ Technical Quality Lead

* Ensure a correct shift handover takes place with other Technicians.

* To provide holiday cover for other Technicians when necessary.

* Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Technical Manager/ Technical Quality Lead.

* To carry out all the above duties in a safe and sensible manner, adhering to all Health & Safety standards.

* Support in the training and development of new starters, apprentices and graduates as required.

* 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