Lab Assistant

6 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Nutreco Full time

**Lab Assistant (Nightshift)**:
**Laboratory support**:

- Takes care of the logistics process of samples (fetching, delivering, and storage) in order to support an efficient testing process, preventing delays in the

testing and / or production process.
- Ensure that samples of non-confirming products are sent to the lab for testing.

**Quality control**:

- Monitor online quality by carrying out inspections on on-line activities and completion of necessary check sheets.
- Verify effectiveness of flushing and product change over to prevent cross contamination.
- Conduct product colour and texture checks for premixes.
- Verification of PRP’s and OPRP’s.
- Ensure product rejected by metal detector is safely isolated, verified, safely disposed and records maintained.
- Monitoring of process control sheets for completion.
- Monitoring of labelling and coding on product from receipt to finished product in accordance with traceability system.
- Practices good housekeeping in their areas of work.
- Monitors the verification activities of the Food safety system such as Metal detectors, Magnets, scales.
- Ensure rework generated per shift is recorded.
- Ensure retention samples are properly labelled.
- Conduct locker, change rooms, canteen and maintenance toolbox inspections for hygiene and pests
- Random verification checks on final product or raw materials release at dispatch.

**Reporting**:

- Reports deviations through NCA system and advises of the necessary corrective actions to Supervisors, Maintenance and Quality when required.
- Report all FS risks to the Supervisors, Maintenance and Quality when required.

**Quality Assurance**:

- Comply with the ISO 22000:2018 FS requirements.
- Comply with legal and company rules and procedures in the areas of quality, safety and environment

**Maintenance**:

- Conduct locker, change rooms, canteen and maintenance toolbox inspections for hygiene and pests.
- Perform random verification of weigh bridge details and deviations reported.

**Other duties**:

- Perform random verification of supplier documents against product label details.
- Perform weekly checks at the warehouse to verify FIFO/FEFO, product spillages and correct sampling verification.
- Random checks on the truck inspections checklists for receiving and dispatch.

Qualifications:

- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Lab / Quality control experience will be an advantage

**What happens next?**:

- 1
- We'll be in touch soon with the next steps in the hiring process. Meanwhile, explore our website to learn more about our company culture and current projects. Thank you for considering a career with us
- 2
- On interview

You've made it to the interview stage This is your chance to showcase your skills and learn more about Nutreco. Here are a few tips to prepare:

- ** Research**: Familiarize yourself with our purpose and recent projects.
- ** Review**: Understand the key responsibilities of the role.
- ** Prepare Questions**: Have thoughtful questions ready to demonstrate your interest.

We'll discuss your background and how you can contribute to our team. After the interview, we aim to provide feedback promptly. Best of luck
- 3
- Review

Thank you for your interest in joining us Here’s a quick review of your journey so far:

- ** Application**: We were impressed by your credentials and potential contributions.
- ** Interview**: Your understanding of the role and your passion stood out. We are now finalizing our decisions and will contact you soon.

Your patience and enthusiasm are appreciated as we make our final considerations.
- 4
- Welcome to the team

Welcome aboard We are thrilled to have you join our team. You’ll be a key player in our exciting projects while bringing your expertise to the fore.

**Onboarding Highlights**:

- ** Orientation**: Learn about our culture and objectives.
- ** Team Meet**: Connect with your colleagues.
- ** Training**: Gain the tools to excel in your role.

We are committed to supporting your growth and development. Your journey with us is just beginning, and we’re excited to see all you will achieve. Welcome to the team

**Still got questions?**:
**Get in touch with**:
**Katleho Moloisane**:


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