Laboratory Technician

Job Advert Summary

Conduct basic laboratory tests and report on results for milk procurement.

Needs to have manufatory experience in fast moving consumable goods.

Be willing to work shifts and computer literate.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4
• Business English: Fluent
• Computer literacy (Advanced)
• Work shifts/weekends/public holidays
• Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level

Duties and Responsibilities

Setup, maintain and operate laboratory equipment

• Prepare and maintain stocks of chemical reagents and microbiological reagents/cultures/media
• Operate laboratory equipment in line with the standard operating procedures and well maintained
• Ensure that lab procedure are followed according to standard procedures
• Maintain all safety procedures in the laboratory
• Ensure that the lab is clean at all times
• Ensure that Good Manufacturing Practices (GLP) is maintained

Conduct sampling and testing

• Prepare and analyse samples
• Releasing of Raw and Packaging materials
• Perform routine QC/laboratory analysis
• Report of Non-confirming and retesting and sending the final report is essential
• Record all results neatly and must be filed as required
• Ensure that all procedures are followed before releasing the final product to the market
• Ensure that the laboratory equipment are calibrated and must be monitored at the beginning of each shift
• Report equipment break downs in time

Safety in the laboratory

• Follow all safety procedures in the lab. (e.g. wearing of PPE)
• Know all emergency procedures e.g. eye wash station, safety reps and first aiders.
• Report all safety incidents