Trainee Technical Officer

1 month ago


Dungannon, United Kingdom Westland Horticulture Ltd Full time

**Vacancy: Trainee Technical Officer / Trainee Lab Technician**

Westland Horticulture, a market leader in the gardening industry, is seeking a motivated Trainee Technical Officer to join the team. This is an outstanding opportunity for growth and development within a company dedicated to sustainable innovation and environmental responsibility.

**Main Duties**:
**Growing Media**
- Check and verify all lab equipment and process controls as required.
- Perform monthly verification analysis for all finished goods and raw materials.
- Routinely assess raw materials for non-conformances.
- Verify the growing media and fertiliser blending processes are running within specification.
- Ensure adequate controls are maintained to minimise contamination in finished goods.
- Work with the Technical Manager to improve process control and introduce innovation.
- Oversee all SOP’s, training and H&S documentation for the Technical Lab.
- Maintain finished product technical specifications, product labelling protocols and packaging information.
- Liaise with H&S and Site Services to correct issues identified through GMP audits.
- Assess raw material metering data for OOT, OOP and OOE results.
- Assess finished goods fill data to ensure legal compliance.
- Liaise with Technical and Maintenance staff for special planned or unscheduled events e.g NPD evaluation.
- Assist with R&D of new products and new raw materials.

**Fertiliser Plant**
- Perform batch release testing and in-process control testing for all production events.
- Assist with R&D of new products and assessment of new ingredients.
- Support the process technicians with chemical and technical advice as required.
- Assist the H&S team to maintain good COSHH and MSDS data for all materials.
- Operate and Maintain the Fertiliser Pilot Plant.
- Document and retain all finished goods for stability checks and complaints management.

**Required Criteria**
- Previous experience in a similar role or 6-months relevant laboratory experience - this may have been gained in a placement or educational setting.
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A-C including Maths, English & Science.
- Strong IT Skills i.e. proficient user of excel and good overall IT Knowledge and awareness of systems including Windows and other Microsoft packages.

**Desirable Criteria**
- Previous experience of using Ion Chromatography or HPLC equipment.
- Ability to demonstrate the use of calibration standards with reference to HPLC or IC functions.
- Demonstrable understanding of chemistry.
- Experience and ability to demonstrate the use of analytical techniques.
- High degree of self-discipline, organisation, adaptability and prioritisation.
- Able to work effectively under pressure, especially in times of peak demand.
- Degree background in Horticulture, Agriculture, Chemistry, Life Sciences or a related discipline.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey, grow your skills, and contribute to an International FMCG company making a real impact in the gardening industry, **APPLY NOW**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/05/2024


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