Job Description
Purpose of the Role
* Work with a central cross-functional laboratory team to ensure critical analysis for BioEnergy is accurately informing key decision making by providing guidance in the analysis and interpretation of results to improve operational performance.
* Support and coach Lab and Operational teams to understand best practice concerning sample control, testing, calibration and standards. Establish and govern sample and analysis routines to best support operational priorities.
* Demonstrate expertise in analytical methodologies to aid problem-solving and unlock performance and improvement initiatives for operations.
* Lead the development, validation and introduction of new methodologies and instrumentation to shape the future of Cameronbridge BioEnergy Plant
* Champion excellence in process and analysis data reporting for BioEnergy RUN business processes
* Ensure OCAPs (Out of Control Action Plans) are up-to-date with key analysis steps
* Build working relationships between the lab and business leaders, understanding the business strategy and priorities across operations.
Key Accountabilities
* Demonstrating an uncompromising strive to ensure standards in Safety, Quality, Efficiency, and productivity in the lab and operational areas are upheld and deliver against agreed service levels.
* Support the lab in working towards and maintaining levels of Technician and Laboratory accreditation like benchmark laboratories in our field. Lead, encourage & develop a technical pipeline of talent to the business.
* In conjunction with laboratories in Global Brand Supply standardise and sustain codified procedures and standards to improve multidisciplinary business performance.
* Encouraging a growth mind-set to problems faced and empower people to take ownership.
* Role model the top tier and management of change. Paint a compelling vision of the future keeping abreast of laboratory and process measurement advances within the industry and scan the horizon for opportunities.
* Ensure Diageo is represented within the analytical field, develop effective relationships with research institutes and committees like SWRI, IBD, MAPS & DAPS.
* Engage In Society 2030 initiatives across the business.
Entry level requirements – skills and experience
Essential
* Similar experience and a great track record in a world-class FMCG production/ manufacturing, or, any similar environment.
* Practical experience gained through senior roles in analytical laboratories.
* Recognised subject matter expert in analytical and experience of development of best practices, standards and techniques.
* Expert knowledge and experience with the following analytical chemistry methods & technique; Wet Chemistry, GC, HPLC, ISE, AA.
* Experience with Minitab, PowerBI and other data visualisation tools.
* Degree level qualification or equivalent in a scientific-related discipline or qualified through relevant experience.
As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring, you will not be employed by Diageo