Junior Laboratory Technician

As a Junior Lab Technician, you will conduct wet chemistry analyses on a variety of samples, ensuring accuracy in measuring key nutritional factors like protein, fat, fibre, starch, moisture, and minerals. This role offers hands-on experience with lab equipment and a chance to be actively involved in maintaining our ISO 17025 and OHSE quality systems.

**Minimum requirements**:

- BSc or NDip in Chemistry
- 6 months of experiential learning in a laboratory environment will be an advantage

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Perform wet chemistry analyses and calculate results following standard methods.
- Assist with quality control, statistical analysis, and data validation.
- Maintain lab equipment, ensuring optimal function for accurate results.
- Participate in safety protocols, including compliance with OHS guidelines.
- Support the lab team with stock control, data management, and ad-hoc tasks as required.

**Technical Skills**:

- Strong knowledge of chemistry
- Numerical accuracy
- Proficiency in Excel.

**Behavioural skills**:

- Accuracy/attention to detail
- Planning and organising skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills

**Closing date: 15 November 2024**
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