Job Description

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Job Advert Summary

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Conduct basic laboratory tests and report on results

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 procedures 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 analyze 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 is 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
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Minimum Requirements

Relevant tertiary degree in Food science. 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
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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 procedures 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 analyze 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 is 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