Trainee Laboratory Scientist - Crickhowell, United Kingdom - PiQ Laboratories
3 weeks ago
Description
Outline of Role
- To help in all aspects of the laboratory workflow
- Responsible for ensuring all calibration checks are performed according to schedule
Following procedures in the:
a. Registering samples
b. Preparation of samples for analysis
Ensure cleanliness of laboratory by:
- a. general cleaning of laboratory work surfaces, floors, equipment and fridges/freezers when necessary and according to the laboratory cleaning schedule
Conform to ISO17025 standards by:
- a. following procedures
b. maintaining good cleanliness and safe working practices
c. bringing any quality issues to the attention of the Laboratory Manager
- Informing the Laboratory Manager when new stock is required
Key Responsibilities:
- To ensure that all laboratory staff are supported to ensure operations run efficiently to meet customer requirements
- To prepare samples for analysis
- Ensure the Calibration check schedule is maintained
- To assist with relevant laboratory paperwork as directed by Laboratory Scientists and Laboratory Manager
- To ensure good working practices across the Laboratory
- To maintain a high level of personal and professional development
- To ensure that all laboratory operations are in accordance with relevant QC and QA systems and procedures
- To assist with administrative duties.
- To bring any quality issues to the attention of the Laboratory Manager.
- To maintain customer confidentially
- At no time to accept any inducement in relation to test results
- To undertake any other duties that fall within the spirit of this job description
Performance Expectations
- Work accurately and independently
- Excellent Attention to detail is crucial
- Drive and Maintain industry leading IQC and EQA performance
- An excellent level of customer satisfaction
- Adhere to the Impartiality and Confidentiality Policies set out by PiQ Laboratories Ltd
Essential Qualifications
- Good customer service skills
- The capability to write clear and concise documentation.
- Able to learn and assimilate new information and maintain confidentiality at all times
- Good level of written and numerical / data handling skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including ability to build relationships
- Able to work flexibly as required to ensure business needs are met
- Methodical approach to solving queries
- Good time management skills with the ability to work on own initiative, but understand level of responsibility within the team
- Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to prioritise work and manage a number of tasks concurrently
- Be highly motivated demonstrating good initiative and selfconfidence
- Have the drive and ability to work calmly under pressure under your own direction or within a small team of professionals
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise authority and responsibility where required in a diplomatic manner.
- Willingness to undergo any further training to meet the needs of the company
Desirable Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of SOP's Risk assessments and COSHH
- Validation of results in one of the above disciplines
- Experience in dealing with ISO 17025 quality management system
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£20,000 rising to £23,000 following successful probation period
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
From £20,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
One location
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