Company description: Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market. Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries. Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore. The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN Animal Nutrition. Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China. A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion. Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). For more information, visit Job description: Laboratory Support Production Specialist Belview, South Kilkennny Tirln Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile The primary purpose of this role is to act as a hands-on lead within the laboratory. This is achieved in the main by the delivery of the SMC & Powder sampling plan with the shift teams, ensuring RFT and timely delivery of required results. This will be a days role working to develop and support systems for 24/7 lab delivery of all tasks. They will act as the primary escalation point along with the TL for the PSs on all laboratory related issues impacting delivery on time. Furthermore, they are the conduit through which all requests which might impact upon the PSs must be directed as seen in TRFs. The role should be lab based where the LS PS is supporting delivery of the SMC & Powder sampling plan, ensuring that the relevant CI projects and reviewed WOWs are developed reflecting the new manning. Where necessary they are directly involved in supporting the lab PS processes. Responsibilities Responsible for the continued delivery of the high standard of sampling and testing from the lab. Support Liquid and Lab PSs and participate where necessary in the completion of essential tasks to ensure the RFT delivery of SMC. Owner of the improvement and development of Lab PSs KPIs. POC for changes and introduction of new processes to the Lab. Main POC for team leader in relation to developing requirements of the lab and ongoing performance. Development of trending data and WOWs for in process results. Key member and owner of CI and improvement projects. Owner of quality control processes from a production point of view i.e. seals, inkjet and other agreed adhoc checks. Complete weekly QC checks of the same Key production member in Audit readiness and strong POC for cleaning contractor supervisor Support the production team where necessary to ensure delivery of day to day production deliverables and requests where necessary. Strong dotted line to TL implementing instruction from the Team Leader to deliver lab planning versus resources and production plan. Working with Team leader to plan and implement day to day Lab deliverables. Laboratory SME supporting training, procedure development and sign off. Cover agreement for leave is facilitated by lab coordinator and vice versa. Requirements Third level qualification in a Science, Food, Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline desirable A minimum of 3 years experience in Food/Beverage or Pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors with particular experience in process/production management and use of automated systems Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement or product development, Experience in operating within, and delivering on, the highest quality standards in the manufacturing sector Results driven, customer focused with high performance capability in a fast moving challenging business environment Demonstrate strong technical ability and attention to detail to do the job at a high level of accomplishment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to bring people with them for the best outcomes Ability to analyse data, recognise trends and recommend actions to drive continuous improvement About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirln but this isnt the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job /careers Tirln is a Values Based Organisation Skills: Lab Food Science Benefits: Laptop Paid Holidays Pension