Our client, a yeast ingredients company based in East Anglia, is looking to recruit a Process Improvement Technician to deliver key initiatives to improve business performance, ensure product quality and maintain a reputation for excellence.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Conducting non-routine analysis of in-process materials, raw materials and finished products.
• Interpreting, analysing, and communicating results to relevant departments.
• Following standard operating procedures and good laboratory practices.
• Generating and updating existing standard operating procedures and test methods.
• Troubleshooting laboratory issues and recommending solutions.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all testing performed
• Facilitating plant and process problem solving.
• Being a functional partner to the shift managers in application of the appropriate tools and methodologies
Health, Safety and Environment
• Comply with the Company’s Health & Safety procedures and all relevant H&S legislation and regulations.
• Maintain and promote the highest standards of Health & Safety in the Laboratory.
• Perform to and promote the highest standards of health and safety in the production areas and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations including the wearing of PPE and the following of the COSSH and hygiene systems and procedures.
• Report and highlight any observed non-compliances of health, safety and hygiene, and correct where possible.
Qualifications and experience:
• Degree in Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Experience in Food and Beverage or Food services industry essential – experience of unpredictability and variability in production.
• Previous experience in a quality assurance or laboratory environment.