Junior Lab Analyst

Objectives and Purpose of the Job:

The Junior Laboratory Analyst will be primarily responsible for the inspection and analysis of all lots of incoming raw and packaging materials, and the analysis of finished products ensuring that they meet established specifications and food safety requirements.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Inspect, sample, and analyse all incoming packaging and raw material (including grains) ensuring they meet the established specification and food safety requirements.
2. Ensure all documentation relating to the raw and packaging material including COAs, warehouse inspection records, and other required documentation are received for all lots. Report deviations to Senior Quality Analyst as they are observed.
3. Carry out laboratory analysis on all lots of finished goods as per prescribed procedure and communicate results to Senior Quality Analyst or designate for timely release of the finished product.
4. Report on a timely basis any non-conformance identified with materials and or products being tested.
5. Liaise with Planning and Logistics to ensure all raw materials are used within a specified life span; report expired or near-dated material.
6. Collect water samples at established sample points. Dispatch samples for analysis and review results for conformity
7. Assist with the collection, logging and storage of shelf-life samples for all lots of raw and packaging material.
8. Assist with the checking of information on new or existing packaging designs whenever changes are made.
9. Assist with the tracking of Department KPIs, ensuring correct data is inputted for report templates.
10. Assist with the release of Finished Products to production in the absence of the Senior Laboratory Analyst.
11. Perform any other duties duly assigned

Academic/Technical/ Experience and Qualifications:

1. Tertiary Level Education in Chemistry/ Microbiology/ Food Science or related field.
2. Training in Good Manufacturing Practices

Abilities; Skills; Aptitude and Judgement:

1. Good eye-hand coordination
2. Attention to detail and good organizational skills
3. Good communication and teamwork skills
4. Ability to follow instructions and strictly follow procedures