Job Description
STEM recruitment are excited to be working with our client based in Perth for a Microbiology Scientist to sample, test and report the Quality Control testing of plated and bottled samples sent to the laboratory in a timely and accurate manner.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To adhere to the Company and departmental Health and Safety policy and guidelines.
- To ensure microbiological testing is conducted in a safe and secure manner.
- Perform tasks in accordance with the ISO 17025 & 13485/9001 Quality Management Systems and Quality Policies.
- Shall not be subject to external factors such a commercial, financial or other pressures that could affect impartiality.
- Shall act in accordance to the confidentiality and impartiality requirements as documented in the Quality Control Manual.
- To conduct testing procedures or other work as required by the QC Team Leader.
- To enter results accurately onto the SAP quality system.
- To report non-conforming results to the QC Team Leader or Quality Manager.
- To follow defined laboratory procedures accurately when performing testing examinations and in accordance with UKAS and other regulatory requirements.
- Can authorise results and release passed batches once training is complete.
- To participate in PMD assessments using defined objectives including those from the Laboratory Scorecard.
- To support and actively participate in the PPI (Continuous Improvement) programme, (including Kaizens and JDI’s) within the Company.
- Is authorized to provide training to other members of staff once deemed suitable by the QC Team Leader of Quality Manager.
BACKGROUND/SKILLS
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
A degree or equivalent in a microbiological associated subject would be desirable, relevant laboratory experience or other relevant qualifications would also be considered.
The scientist should preferably have some experience of team working and time management and should have strong motivational skills.
- Have the ability to use own initiative and cope under pressure
- Have excellent communication (written & verbal) and organisational skills
- Be confident, pro-active, hard working and looking to make a difference
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Work Location: One location
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