Lab Intern

Overview

Co-ordinate all data collation on shift for reporting process statistics. Responsible for equipment calibration on shift in order to determine accurate information. In addition, day to day lab analysis.

• Responsible for routine analytical and product quality tests including In Market Testing.
• Investigate out of specification results and implement corrective actions.
• Ongoing trouble shooting to identify possible causes of problems and to improve quality results and accuracy of data.
• Feedback results on shift to frontline with respect to opportunities and possible corrective action.
• Ensure all data reports are completed and the results communicated.
• Conduct Allergen swabbing including managing and supporting all foreign objects and customer complaints on the line.
• Calibration and maintenance of all equipment.
• Control of stock requirements.
• Documentation auditing and data analysis.
• Responsible and accountable for Laboratory specific projects.
• Coordinate projects related to improving quality and quality systems.
• HACCP monitoring.
• To ensure that AIB, food safety and quality standards are maintained throughout.
• Manage and control all On hold, rejected and released stock.
• Responsible for conducting Internal ASHA Lab Audits and active involvement and preparation in External LAB ASHA Audits.
• Support during FSSC 22000 and AIB Audits.
• Provide support during trials, commissioning or new projects.

Qualification/Experience:

• Matric plus Food Technology Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Computer literate.
• Written and oral communication
  
  Competencies:
  
  
• Integrity
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Results driven
• Good communication skills
• Able to work shifts