Chemistry/microbiology Analyst

5 hours ago


East London, South Africa Nestlé Full time

**Location**: Nestlé East London
**Company**:Nestlé
**Qualification**:Diploma/Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or any science related qualification

**Experience**: 3 years’ experience in a lab environment preferably within the Food Industry

**Closing date**:22 January 2025

**Position Summary**

With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn’t become the world’s leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We are now looking for a Chemistry/Microbiology Analyst to be based in East London Factory.

In this position the job holder is overall accountable for On Time Release and availability of samples with all required documents. May include reasonable requests to perform tasks outside this scope.

**A day in the life of a Chemistry/Microbiology Analyst**:
**Leadership**
- Knows by product group the principles of analytical methods applied for all parameters monitored by the factory laboratory
- Ensures reliable results as per NQMS/ Nestle Internal requirements and within five days turnaround time.
- Adds value to the analytical results through full understanding of the product in terms of food safety and regulatory compliance.
- Alerts Compliance Specialist (Co-Ordinator) of discrepancies/ out of norm situations

**Technical**
- Analysis of samples: perform all fat, moisture (both rapid & oven), particle size, viscosity, effluent, sucrose, reducing sugars, viscosity, raw material analysis and proximate analysis as per Laboratory instructions and ensure correct result entry into SAP with respect to method used.
- Management of GLP, ICP, SOP: put ICP, SOP in place and update them when necessary. Maintain Good laboratory practices (GLP). Ensure safeties are in place at all times. Use control checks and monitor analytical method performance through Q-Stat to ensure quality of analytical results.
- Proficiency Testing: Participate in Nestlé “P” tests and other proficiency schemes.
- Maintenance of resources: keep track of resources (chemicals/ gases/ glassware/ instruments, consumables). Maintain equipment (services) and arrange for defects/faulty equipment to be repaired. Maintain records of repairs/calibrations/analytical method control.

**What will make you successful?**
- Diploma/Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology or any science related qualification
- 3 years’ experience in a lab environment preferably within the Food Industry
- Knowledge of good manufacturing system
- Compliance and regulatory experience
- FMCG/Pharmaceutical background essential



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