Graduate job
PURPOSE OF ROLE
The successful candidate will be responsible for the Research, Development, Support and Growth of our Detergent and Water Treatment product formulations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop new product formulations to support our customers, in line with Industry and ISO standards.
- Constantly strive to improve our existing formulations backed by research, testing, recording, and reporting, in an efficient and thorough manner.
- Aim to develop the laboratory and its analytical capabilities.
- Responsibility for championing and driving our sustainability/green product initiatives relating to our product formulations.
- Involved in the full lifecycle from research and development through to Customer on site trials.
- Involvement at tender stage with new and existing Customers, as and when required.
- Work in accordance with the central Lab Quality Management system and ensure compliance with ISO 17025 quality standards.
- Have a proactive approach to assisting in the development of the laboratory and SOPs in preparation for external third party and / or customer audits and play an active role in such audits.
- Involvement in driving the initiative to develop a new R&D database.
- Identify and make recommendations for improvements as part of the team within or outside the department to ensure continuous improvement.
- Support all other on-going laboratory functions within the QC, Bacteriological and Chemical labs.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and paperwork in accordance with documented procedures.
- Maintain high level of housekeeping and hygiene within the laboratory.
- Support and comply with safety and compliance initiatives on site.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
THE INDIVIDUAL
- High level of initiative, energy & motivation
- Strong organisational skills.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Capable of planning, executing, and delivering results within specified timeframes
- Positive, innovative attitude and the ability to take on new assignments and projects with an open mind
- Good communication skills (verbal & written).
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- 3rd level qualification in a Chemistry discipline, essential.
- Minimum of 3 to 4 years’ Industry experience, essential
- Previous experience working in Detergent Formulations and /or Water Treatment Chemicals, a distinct advantage.
- Proven experience working in Research and Development, desirable.
- Solid core Chemistry skills, essential.
- Working knowledge of ISO 17025 & 9001, desirable
- Experience with Analytical instrumentation such as UV-VIS spectroscopy, Ion Chromatography etc
- Good IT Skills, with working knowledge of MS Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.
- Fluent English speaker
- Valid Irish Working Permit
More Details
Apply by
10.07.2024