Oral Care Laboratory Assistant

Description:

We are looking for an Oral Care Laboratory Technician for our client based in Ashford!

Immediate start!

Core Responsibilities

Specific to Oil Labs

Compound oral care flavour oils for flavourists trials, customer submissions and research projects, according to predefined formulas
Ensuring high standard of quality, precision, accuracy & hygiene
Ensure clear labelling of expiry date on any pre-blends, as required
Incorporate oral care flavours into product formulations such as toothpaste and mouthwash for flavourists to assess
Ensure timely delivery of trials and oils to flavourists, customers and Application laboratorySpecific to Applications Labs

Prepare OC flavours in different bases meeting the needs of the creative, marketing, sales & innovation teams.
Prepare batch sheets & record all raw material lot numbers, weights, etc.
Ensure the quality, precision, accuracy & hygiene thereof with no microbiological base failures.
Perform physical/chemical measurements to ensure quality of the batches and record data accordingly.
Store retained samples/maintain library for defined timescale
Order, maintain and monitor stock of key raw materials and assist in laboratory organisation.
Record all Certificates of Analysis for raw materials on the database.
Ensure that all materials are stored in appropriate containers/storage areas. Wear appropriate PPE for handling/dispensing.
Ensure raw materials are within their expiry date.
Anticipate raw material replenishment needs via good stock management.Multi lab responsibilities

Support the flavourist in managing paperwork and processes relating to flavour creation and despatch of samples to customers
Prioritise work using LCMS internal system when required
Ensure that stocks of laboratory raw materials are replenished (using SAP system), correctly labelled and within date, requesting for replenishment when necessary
Ensure that all materials are stored in appropriate conditions and correct storage areas
Ensure raw materials are within their expiry date and manage discards as required
Anticipate raw material replenishment needs via good stock management
Tasting and assessment of stored application samples, supporting Flavourists on stability testing as required, keeping records of when samples are due for testing and recording results electronically
Assist in updating/revising technical documentation in the department, as required, with guidance
Maintain a safe, clean and organized lab environment in accordance with EH&S policies and local work instructions:
Wear appropriate PPE at all times, as per company policy
Understand the hazards and risk in the responsible area
Ensure that all equipment/lab surfaces are kept clean at all times
Under a continuous improvement mindset, ensure Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) company guidelines are adhered to in all aspects of laboratory operations
Ensure all relevant laboratory equipment is calibrated according to work instructions/intervals, record as required.Additional Responsibilities

Collect new oils from the oral care compounding factory as required
Assist in investigation of any non-conformance or quality failure to understand root cause of problem, under supervision support problem-solving and follow up actions
Under supervision with support from Quality Assurance, be supportive and informative in internal and external audits.
Provide holiday cover in Applications or Oil labs, as requiredAcademic Background

Technical training or Diploma in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or similar science related subjectsTechnical Skills

Attention to detail and accurate record keeping
Ability to do simple mathematical calculations
IT competency to learn laboratory operating systems eg LCMS and SAP, literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to work under pressure
Good organisation skills, ability to plan work priorities & ensure smooth lab operation
Good communication skills
Curiosity and basic ability in differentiating oral care flavours by tasting
Ideally basic knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP) & safe handling of chemicals
Ideally basic knowledge of good manufacturing practice (GMP)
Ideally basic understanding of ISO protocols, standard operating procedures and work instructions
Ability to work as an individual and as part of a team