Laboratory Support Administrator

Why Join Us

At Nutreco, our purpose is Feeding the Future through sustainable and innovative nutrition solutions. As part of the SHV family, we operate globally through our two business lines, Trouw Nutrition and Skretting, supporting customers to produce food responsibly and sustainably.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Laboratory Support Administrator to join our team in Ashbourne. The role is ideal for an early career candidate, recent graduate or someone with experience who is looking for a flexible part time position. You will support the day to day running of the Laboratory by ensuring samples, records and laboratory processes are handled accurately, efficiently and in line with required standards.

Responsibilities

• Register, label and track samples accurately to ensure correct documentation and traceability
• Check sample paperwork, labelling and flow through the Laboratory
• Maintain worksheets, records and relevant information in Excel, Microsoft Office and, where applicable, LIMS
• Support the processing of analytical results and associated documentation
• Assist with laboratory equipment mapping and serial number records
• Contribute to laboratory projects, innovation activities and improvement initiatives
• Support selected laboratory analysis activities following training
• Provide cover for colleagues when needed
• Maintain an organised work area and follow relevant laboratory and quality procedures

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with Laboratory and Quality colleagues
• Basic Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Comfortable working in a busy, site based environment
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Interest in developing your laboratory, quality or technical skills over time
• Strong attention to detail, methodical and organised approach to handling records, labels and documentation accurately, and a proactive, curious and reliable mindset
• Previous experience with sample registration, traceability, laboratory systems, quality documentation or basic laboratory analysis would be beneficial, but is not essential

Location & Details

Location: Ashbourne, UK

Work model: Fully site based

Contract: Part time (20 hours per week)

Working hours: Monday to Friday, typically 4 hours per day, with some flexibility around the daily working pattern

Benefits

• 25 days of holiday per year on a pro rated basis, plus 8 UK bank holidays
• Training and development opportunities within Laboratory and Quality
• Exposure to laboratory systems, sample processes and site operations
• The opportunity to develop practical technical skills within a global organisation
• A collaborative, supportive and hands on working environment

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.

Contact

For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at