Laboratory Administrator - Ashbourne

Job Description:

Job Description - Laboratory Administrator

Why join us

Get ready to build your path as a Laboratory Administrator at Trouw Nutrition GB, a Nutreco company, supporting our laboratory operations in Ashbourne. As global leaders in animal nutrition, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

This is a great opportunity to start or develop your career in a hands-on role where you’ll learn how laboratory and administrative processes work in a real operational environment. You’ll be responsible for registering samples, managing data accurately, and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the lab.

You’ll also have the chance to interact with customers, helping to ensure a reliable and professional service. Working in a fast-paced and supportive team, you’ll build valuable skills, gain practical experience, and grow your confidence while making a real contribution to our operations.

What you’ll do

Support laboratory operations through accurate administration and data management:

Register and label incoming customer samples accurately
Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of sample and customer data within internal systems
Maintain accurate records and ensure completeness of all data
Support the preparation of worksheets and documentation
Assist in coordinating sample flow within the laboratory
Act as a point of contact for customer queries, ensuring timely and professional responses
Handle and process agricultural samples, including large volumes of silage, as part of daily laboratory activities
Support general administrative tasks within the lab environment
Ensure all processes are followed in line with quality and compliance standards

Who we’re looking for

Experience in administration, data entry, or laboratory support is a plus, and any interest or exposure to farming or agriculture would be beneficial.
Basic Excel and general IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Open to junior profiles with strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Key soft skills include enjoying working with data and paying attention to detail, along with strong organisation, reliability, the ability to prioritise tasks, and good communication skills when working with both team members and customers.

Location & Details

Location: Ashbourne, UK
Work model: On-site
Contract: Permanent, full-time (40 hours, Monday–Friday)

What you’ll receive

25 days of holiday per calendar year based on full-time working hours, plus 8 UK bank holidays
Training and development opportunities, including systems and laboratory processes
Opportunity to build experience within a global organisation

How and why to find out more

We offer a role where you can develop your administrative and data management skills while contributing to the smooth operation of our laboratory. If you’re looking for a hands-on role with learning opportunities and real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

We aim to review applications promptly and will get back to you as soon as possible. For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at luisa.ligabo@nutreco.com

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.

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