Laboratory Technician

Your Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the analysis of packed products, oils and margarines and recording of data into LIMs systems.
• Assessing compliance with the specification of packed products, oils and margarines; ensuring that products that fall outside the analytical or quality parameters are placed on hold.
• Ensuring all samples are received on a timely basis and that reference samples are kept and stored in a food safe condition
• Ensuring effective communication of all relevant data and issues between shifts and with the various process departments.
• Responsible for packing and dispatching samples to external laboratories.
• Responsible for complying with all ADM standards and procedures and ensuring all work is conducted safely at all times.
• Maintenance, calibration and operation of laboratory equipment, ensuring correct functioning and trouble- shooting where necessary for the site.
• Ensuring appropriate stocks of chemical and disposable goods are maintained. This includes ordering and associated administration.
• Participation in site continuous improvement activities
• Provision of support for product development activities when required.

Your Profile:

• Educated to HNC level chemistry or equivalent
• Experience working in an analytical laboratory within a manufacturing environment
• Oils and fats knowledge
• Knowledge and experience of HPLC
• Good written and verbal communication
• Good level of computer skills
• GCSE level of education
• Good problem solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Performance and results orientated

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.