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About the role:
This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to apply advanced laboratory skills and scientific knowledge in a quality control (QC) environment, with a focus on our diverse range of forage and feed additives. The role is hands-on within the QC laboratory, encompassing method development and execution of product analysis to uphold product integrity and meet QC standards. You will be responsible for managing the QC laboratory, ensuring compliance with laboratory standards and the accuracy and efficiency of all product analyses. The role requires in-depth knowledge of scientific methodologies such as enumeration and identification of bacteria and yeast, titration and PCR methods.
Purpose of the role:
To ensure that all products analysed in the QC Laboratory comply with safety, quality, and legal requirements. The role involves proactive product investigations to identify specific microbial strains and contaminants and supporting the operations team in monitoring fermentation processes during the production of lactic acid bacteria. Using an in-depth technical knowledge of the mode of action of both feed and forage additives to make informed decisions on the impact of QC failure via the non-conforming products process. Determination of root cause of any QC failure and implement appropriate corrective action.
Environment:
- Reporting to: Factory Manager
- Direct Reports: Laboratory Analyst x 2, Laboratory Assistant
- Collaborates with: R&D Technical Team, Manufacturing Team, Procurement Team, QESH Team, Quality and Compliance Officer, Quality Technical Specialist, Quality Technical Support Manager, Operations Manager , Lab Technician, Country Commercial Manager
Accountable for:
1. Product Quality and Compliance
- Quality Assurance and Compliance:
o Execute proactive QC analysis to ensure raw materials and finished products meet specified standards and facilitate the timely positive release of products to fulfil customer orders.
o Maintain and update scientific knowledge and laboratory skills to incorporate new technologies and methodologies.
- Team leadership:
o Provide line management and development for the QC team.
o Foster a high-performing team through mentoring, training, and continuous development.
- Method Development and Implementation:
o Proactively monitor current methodologies against recognised international standards and amend as appropriate to ensure compliance.
o Drive method development and implementation to support the supply of high-quality products.
o Ensure the QC laboratory operates efficiently and accurately, adhering to rigorous scientific standards.
- Laboratory Quality Management:
o Ensure the Laboratory Quality Management System Manual is up-to-date and effectively supports all QC activities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,500.00-£39,500.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
