Lab technician

This is a temporary role.

Key responsibilities:

• Daily registration of samples of raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products, analysis of samples following the developed and implemented quality assurance system procedures.


• Recording analysis results in appropriate microbiological sheets and in the SAP system, issuing quality certificates for finished products.


• Release of goods when results meet specifications.


• Blocking products and raw materials in the SAP system.


• Performing microbiological proficiency tests.


• Checking the compliance of certificates for dairy raw materials, reporting non-compliances to the Quality Supply Specialist.


• Collection of water samples and environmental swabs and their shipment to an external laboratory.


• Performing analyses of environmental and air samples and conducting corrective actions.


• Preparation of monthly reports on microbiological trends and presentation at periodic meetings.


• Preparation of microbiological media and reagents necessary for analysis and ensuring traceability.


• Inspection and operation of the autoclave followed the operating instructions.


• Inspection and supervision of laboratory equipment.


• Supervising the storage of microbiological samples of raw materials and finished products.


• Cooperation and contact with the Customer Care Agent regarding quality reports for the finished product.


• Cooperation and contact with the Raw Material Planning team regarding the delivery of certificates for dairy raw materials.


• The role of the taster in the event of qualification for the sensory testing program.


• Cooperation with the Food Safety Manager in collecting samples and swabs for new lines.


• Cooperation with the engineering team in collecting samples and swabs for new projects.


• Collaboration with the purchasing department regarding laboratory orders (consumables, microbiological media, service).


• Compliance with GLP and health and safety rules and 5S.

About you:

• Higher degree preferred: biology, microbiology, biotechnology, food technology.


• Computer operation; Google, SAP, MS Office.


• Communicative English (B2).


• Working experience in chocolate production and/or laboratories.


• Good communication and presentation skills.


• Time management


• Good organizer