Laboratory Assistant

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Assist in inspection and testing of materials and products to ensure adherence to established standards of strength, quality and efficacy. Assist in operating test equipment Responsibilities: Quality Assurance ·Assist QC Technician in the day to day running of the Quality Control Department Quality Control ·Inspection/sampling/testing of all incoming goods (bulk, finished, packaging) ·Test all incoming product (bulk, packed, components) except where facilities are not available and product must be sent to outside agency ·Assist in the submission of samples to third party labs for testing. ·Assist with in-house audits ·Ensure status labelling of all products and materials ·Complete release/testing documentation for Bulk Warehouse for Re-packing or for Finished Product Warehouse for Distribution ·Liaise with Finish Product Warehouse for re-work (where applicable) ·Check Bulk Products prior to testing ·Ensure batch documentation is collated and correctly filed ·Ensure maintenance/servicing of Laboratory equipment/facilities ·Routinely check released product for compliance to GWP in the Warehouse ·Comply with requirements of the companys International and various Regulatory authorities §Regarding Quality Control Methods, Standard §Operating Procedures and Works Instructions ·Ensure periodic review and documented quality control inspections of the Finished/bulk goods Warehouse and Laboratory ·Effectively communicate and document all major quality problems to QC Technician to ·Support and make recommendations to improve company policies and procedures. ·Ensure cleanliness of all controlled areas (Reject cage, sampling booth, retention store) Legal ·Ensure that acceptable safety practices are followed in the laboratory ·Comply with company/warehouse and laboratory safety requirements ·Comply with statutory and legal requirements in terms of storage and disposal of materials and products. ·Ensure that correct type/number retention samples are kept Assist in inspection and testing of materials and products to ensure adherence to established standards of strength, quality and efficacy. Assist in operating test equipment Responsibilities: Quality Assurance ·Assist QC Technician in the day to day running of the Quality Control Department Quality Control ·Inspection/sampling/testing of all incoming goods (bulk, finished, packaging) ·Test all incoming product (bulk, packed, components) except where facilities are not available and product must be sent to outside agency ·Assist in the submission of samples to third party labs for testing. ·Report on product defects/non-conformances ·Assist with in-house audits ·Ensure status labelling of all products and materials ·Complete release/testing documentation for Bulk Warehouse for Re-packing or for Finished Product Warehouse for Distribution ·Liaise with Finish Product Warehouse for re-work (where applicable) ·Managing Packaging Components ·Check Bulk Products prior to testing ·Ensure batch documentation is collated and correctly filed ·Ensure maintenance/servicing of Laboratory equipment/facilities ·Routinely check released product for compliance to GWP in the Warehouse ·Comply with requirements of the companys International and various Regulatory authorities §Regarding Quality Control Methods, Standard §Operating Procedures and Works Instructions ·Ensure periodic review and documented quality control inspections of the Finished/bulk goods Warehouse and Laboratory ·Effectively communicate and document all major quality problems to QC Technician to ensure closure on resolution. ·Support and make recommendations to improve company policies and procedures. ·Ensure cleanliness of all controlled areas (Reject cage, sampling booth, retention store) Legal ·Ensure that acceptable safety practices are followed in the laboratory ·Comply with company/warehouse and laboratory safety requirements ·Comply with statutory and legal requirements in terms of storage and disposal of materials and products. ·Ensure that correct type/number retention samples are kept RequirementsTechnical Skills ·Minimum Grade 12 qualification ·Experience in a suitable laboratory facility ·English (both written and verbal) ·Fork lift license an advantage Behavioral Skills ·Good communication skills ·Problem solving ·Ability to in a team ·Strong analytical skills ·Time management, planning, organization and prioritization skills Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Korakhoa Solutions (HR Services) by 2x Get notified about new Laboratory Assistant jobs in Brakpan, Gauteng, South Africa . 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