Junior Laboratory Analysts

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application EMPLOYMENT TYPE : 1 year fixed term contract SECTOR : Quality BASIC SALARY : Market related START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Degree or High National Diploma in Micro, Food Technology, or Biotechnology
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar role
• Extensive Laboratory Knowledge
• Extensive chemical analysis knowledge specific to wine quality (pH, SOâ??, VA, alcohol)
• Working Knowledge Cellar / wine production process
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Attention to detail, Logical thinker, Self-motivated, Passionate, Diligent Work attitude, Analytical/Logical Thinker, Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Own transport and ability to work Flexible hours

DUTIES

1. Perform analysis standard methods and support in-process production • Completes timely, accurate and valid laboratory analysis are carried out within required specifications. • Makes up accurate standard solutions and verifies through standardisation and quality control checks. • Ensure all equipment is compliance to SANS 17025 and GLP • Ensure chemicals are correctly stored and identified. • Ensure correct use of laboratory equipment in area of responsibility. • Troubleshooting analysis where discrepancies occur • Verify and monitor equipment records. • Analyse data to identify quality risk. • Ensure all quality records are completed accurate. 2. Maintenance and Calibration of Equipment

• Ensures the reporting of accurate and reliable results. • Verifies good working order of equipment and reports any irregularities to Laboratory Manager or responsible person. • Correct usage and safe keeping of laboratory equipment. • Manage equipment reliability. 3. Problem Solving

• Contributing team member during problem solving from a quality perspective; Ensure loop closure; Verification of corrective action. • Evaluate all methods and processes to improve laboratory activities. • Investigates complaints and internal non-conformances and reports findings. 4. Quality Management Systems

• Participates in the drafting, completion and reviewing of QMS procedures for laboratory processes.
• Assists in requested quality assessments/audits undertaken by the company when required.
• Participates in the SANAS system and if required acts as a Technical Signatory and/or internal auditor.
• Participates in technical research projects when required.

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