Malmesbury: Laboratory Technician

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To provide testing service to production, by performing all analytical and chemical tests on the final products, in-process QC monitoring samples and the factory to monitor compliance with food safety. Preferred Requirements: Matric (Gr.12) National Diploma in Food Technology or Food Science or Dairy Specific Diploma Full competence in this role is typically developed over a period of 1 – 2 years with relevant induction and in-house training. Knowledge: Knowledge of HACCP, GMP World class manufacturing and quality practices and models Specific product and process knowledge Testing methods and tools used in Analytical testing, Problem Solving Tools. Skills: Ability to maintain Quality Management and Quality Control systems in line with best practice Planning and organizing, QC skills and use of apparatus Problem solving – critical thinking Decision-making Change Management Collect, analyse, organize and critically evaluate information Conflict handling Computer Skills Customer service