Laboratory Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Analyst to join our team at MNA Recruitment (Pty) Ltd. As a Laboratory Analyst, you will be responsible for performing chemical testing on Finished Product and Water Samples.

• Ensure that samples received agree to the Production Program and label copy.
• Ensure the correct procedures are followed.
• All results are correctly calculated to determine acceptability.
• Ensure samples are taken at the correct process steps and released timeously.
• Ensure that the monthly water points are sampled and tested timeously.
• Tests finished products using current pharmacopoeias/SOP associated with 'wet' chemistry and instrumental techniques (HPLC, IR, UV, AA, FTIR, Flame photometer etc), as appropriate.
• Initiates an out of specification investigation form and reports failing results to the Supervisor. Manager during failures.
• Ensures that equipment is calibrated and validated before use by checking the calibration.
• Ensure that samples after analysis are defaced and discarded in the waste area.
• Determines whether results are acceptable and liaises with Supervisor / Manager to determine if resampling / retesting is required.
• Performs duties deemed necessary by Superior.
• Assists in the investigation of out of specification results.
• Ensures compliance to limits on the Analytical reports.
• Tests customer complaint's as and when required.

• BSc Degree or National Diploma in Chemistry.
• 2 -3 years Lab experience in Pharmaceutical Industry.
• HPLC experience in Pharmaceuticals Quality Control Laboratory will be an advantage.

• Attention to detail.
• People skills.
• Planning and organizing.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work under stressful environment.
• Able to work shifts.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Player.
• Able to achieve and maintain high standards with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately and adhering to strict Deadlines/timelines.
• Highly proficient in the use of key analytical equipment (HPLC, IR, and UV etc.) for finished products and water testing.
• Good Documentation Practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Candidates that meet the criteria may submit their applications via this portal or via vacancy link on www.mnarecruitment.com. Should you receive no feedback within 7 days, please accept your application as unsuccessful.