Senior Technician

Description

Job Summary: CTCOR – Cork Technology Centre is seeking a Laboratory Technician for quality control of cork and cork-based products, water, and wines, performing various analyses and tests. Key Highlights: 1. Experience valued in the cork industry. 2. Education in Chemistry, Engineering, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry. 3. Focus on quality control and laboratory analyses. **Institution Description** **Senior Technician** CTCOR – Cork Technology Centre is a Technology and Innovation Centre located in Santa Maria de Lamas. Our main activities include research and development, laboratory testing, diagnostics, standardization, consultancy, and auditing. We specialize in several areas such as the International Code of Oenological Practices (ICOP), Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001\), Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001\), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (ISO 22000\), Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSAS 18001; NP 4397\), and Technology and Innovation Audits. We provide services in quality control, chemical analyses, sensory analyses, microbiological analyses, physico-mechanical testing, and instrumental analyses within the domains of cork and cork-based products, water, wines, and auxiliary materials. We also offer technical expertise services, metrology services, visual selection, environmental impact assessments, specialized training, research and development, industrial property support, and international cooperation activities. **Job Description** This is a full-time, on-site position for a Laboratory Technician at CTCOR – Cork Technology Centre in Santa Maria de Lamas. As a Laboratory Technician, your responsibilities will include: individual TCA analysis in cork stoppers via thermal desorption; quality control of cork and cork-based products (with emphasis on cork stoppers), water, wines, and auxiliary materials; sensory analysis; chemical analyses; microbiological analysis; physico-mechanical testing; instrumental analysis; metrological calibration; and visual selection of cork-based products. Qualifications and Other Requirements: Availability to work the schedule 6:00 – 13:30 (mandatory condition) Proficiency in using computer systems (Word, Excel, TEAMS) Valid driver's license Vocational course in chemical analysis or theoretical and/or practical training in Chemistry, Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, etc. Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to operate laboratory equipment and perform laboratory techniques Attention to detail and accuracy Problem-solving skills and critical thinking Laboratory Technician experience is valued Experience in the cork industry is valued Experience in mechanical interventions and maintenance is valued. Electronics and/or electrotechnical knowledge is also valued. Type of Offer: Full-Time Work Location: On-Site