Laboratory Technician

The Laboratory Technician carries out analytical tests to assess the quality, grade or other characteristics of incoming, produced or researched products and goods, in accordance with quality system guidelines or test protocols, in order to ensure that the products and goods comply with the set quality standards and/or research test results can be properly assessed. In R&D, the Laboratory Technician not only carries out more regular laboratory activities, but is also involved with setting-up, conducting and reporting of specific R&D tests and analysis and assists in designing and developing new (in vitro) assays in close collaboration with project teams, in order to support the development of new or improved products. Within an OpCo Laboratory, the focus of the Laboratory Technician role is on first-line technical and analytical support. In the Laboratory he/she performs tests on samples of incoming raw materials, of produced goods in various stages of the production process and samples of end products. Also, various analysis can be conducted at the request of customers. Within a R&D laboratory (Aquaculture Research Centre –ARC–, Animal Nutrition R&D or Masterlab), the focus of the Laboratory Technician is not only on first-line technical and analytical support, but also on supporting the research & development activities, in collaboration with researchers and project teams. More senior Laboratory Technician roles in R&D may also supervise R&D laboratory activities, and train, supervise and manage Laboratory Assistants, Technicians and Laboratory Technicians operating in the R&D laboratory (including Masterlab personnel and students).

Job Description:

Quality control and testing:

1. Performs quality control and in-process tests of incoming and produced goods, in line with guidelines and product quality standards, to ensure that the products meet with (the customer) agreed quality and to ensure process continuity. Performs analytical tests within research projects, in order to properly assess research test results and conclusions can be drawn.
2. In production, this includes performing standard as well as specific checks and analysis, identifying and substantiating deviations and reporting these. In consultation with the supervisor disapprove of small and medium batches; tune with the supervisor before larger batches are disapproved or to search for alternatives.
3. Monitors quality trends, and timely identifies and communicates quality defects, non-conformities and trends to the supervisor, in order to enable preventive measures be taken.

Reporting:

1. Records data, observations, and conclusions of samples and test results accurately and timely in the relevant quality or reporting systems, in order to provide insight and access to the test results and measurements at all times.

Quality Assurance:

1. Periodically checks and calibrates the analytical instruments, based on vendor guidelines and taking into account internal and external regulations, in order to guarantee the validity of measurements and tests.
2. Proposes efficiency and quality improvements.
3. Assures that all tests and measurements are performed in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at the laboratory and with the relevant standards such as ISO9001 and ISO17025, contributes to the design and further improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.