Fitz Scientific is a world class monitoring and testing team, that meet and exceed our customers expectations. Due to continued growth and development we wish to recruit a Laboratory Assistant to join a our team based in Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Main tasks:
* Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements including PPE usage.
* To perform work as allocated to the highest quality standards to meet the ISO 17025 standard.
* As a member of the team, to ensure the laboratory areas are kept clean and tidy, especially designated areas.
* Ensure all operations are carried out in a safe manner with due regard and in compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety procedures.
* Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times with respect to customer information.
* Work with speed and accuracy to complete within customer timeframe.
* Carry out equipment and instrument calibrations as required.
* Take samples between laboratories as required.
* Assist in the preparation of analysis in the laboratory.
* Set up workstations in advance for the Lab Analysts with samples in place, glassware set out and labelled, samples weighed etc.
* Assist in the preparation of media, media QC, autoclaving media and waste, preparation.
* Assist with any customer and colleagues' requests, taking calls, answering emails promptly, answering the door, etc
* Keep the chiller room tidy and organised and do purges to ensure there are no delays for Lab Analysts searching for samples.
* Continual housekeeping and cleaning in the laboratory. Ensuring walkways are kept clear to prevent tripping and all items are in correct places, any empty boxes, trolleys etc.
* Hand wash jars, sample containers and operate the dishwasher as required.
* Use initiative to complete tasks.
Required:
* Leaving Certificate
* Good attitude to work
* Conscientious and willing to learn
* A strong eye for detail
* Ability to thrive under pressure and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Working hours 10.30am-7.00 Monday - Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €27,600.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Employee assistance program
* Gym membership
* On-site parking
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person