QC Laboratory Technician

RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands, including Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Selati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which reflects our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that truly matters.

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RCL FOODS is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic QC Laboratory Technician to join our Milling Division.

To execute daily analysis and other tasks within the scope of the QC laboratory. Collection of samples and analysis of grain and grain products.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Product Analysis

• To accurately and timeously analyse all products produced according to laboratory SOP’s
• To accurately and timeously analyse selected raw materials delivered.
• Carry out analysis of daily control samples and ensuring they remain within acceptable experimental error.
• Record, interpret and disseminate all results and information accurately and timeously.
• Collect samples from the various production units according to schedule or when required.
• Adhere to daily route planning and stand in where required.

2. Safety and Food Safety

• Assist with implementation of required food safety standards in the laboratory.
• Identify unsafe conditions and recommend remedial action if required.
• Maintain strict housekeeping and hygiene standards in the laboratory

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in food science, food technology, analytical chemistry, biotechnology.
• Computer literacy courses.
• 1- 2 years of cereal laboratory experience / other laboratory experience.

Knowledge and Skill

1. Behaviour Standards

Take accountability

Be accurate and detail oriented

Be able to manage oneself

Timeous

Punctual

Dependable

2. Knowledge

Product knowledge in regards to technical detail and end use

Detailed knowledge of the instruments and SOP’s

Raw Material technical knowledge

Basic laboratory management

Computer literate

3. Skills

Administrative

Planning

4. Attributes

Attention to detail

Professional