Lab Analyst

RCL FOODS is searching for a **Lab Analyst** to join the **Foods Division** based in **Randfontein** and report to the **Senior Lab Analyst**. The purpose of the role is to provide quality and food safety support to the manufacturing plants on laboratory quality systems.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:
Development, modification, verification and validation of methods
Analysis of results, report, review and authorization of results
Including statements of conformity or opinions and interpretations
Communicate results to relevant Head of Department or Departments
Analyse of incoming Raw materials, intermediate products and final products
Recording of results on Database
Follow up on product place on hold
Perform analysis accurate according to test methods as provided
Perform internal calibrations as per schedule
Collection of samples for analysis as required
Report of any issues to Laboratory Management.
Verification of product identification provide by factory
Working in manner to ensure safety to Co-workers and yourself
All equipment to be handled as per procedure
Report any failures of machinery to Lab Controller
Assist with sample preparation for external testing
Ensure sufficient retention samples are collected for storage for all products as stipulated
Assist with clearance of retention rooms as per schedule
Report any injuries to Technical Executive
Provide mentorship to students during in-service training
Take responsibility for the contents of the certificate which he /she is authorising.
Have sufficient current knowledge of the method used, as well as the objectives of the test.
Fully conversant with the managements system, ISO/IEC 17025 and SANAS R and TR documents.
Check the correct use of SANAS symbol as per R04
Analysis of Final and shelf live products according to product test checklist
Make sure all the work of the shift is executed
Evaluation and interpretation of final results
Verify that all records related to the results under review are completed and compliance to requirements as set out in the management system are met.
Check the correctness of data transfers on each report they are authorizing and sign as evidence of implementation.
Perform Technical Signatory Function in the laboratory ( as deemed by SANAS as per the schedule of accreditation)
Review QC control charts daily and identify trends and initiate corrective /preventative actions where requires
Handle the AAFCO Samples from Supplier to Laboratory.
Summarize the report findings of Out of specification PT/ILC results and report them during laboratory meetings.
May be required to fulfil adhoc tasks

**Minimum Requirements**:
Minimum of a Matric and completed National Diploma in Food Technology / Biotechnology or Analytical chemistry qualification.
2+ years' related experience and knowledge of ISO 17025.
Working knowledge on MS Office.
Good interpersonal abilities.
Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal & written communication skills.
Willing to work shifts & overtime