Lab Analyst - Paarl at Distell

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position in the Quality Department: Central Laboratory, based at Monis in Paarl. The successful incumbent will report to the Intrinsic Quality Manager.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Performing accurate and timeous analyses
• Driving business efficiency through workstation optimization and effective resource utilization
• Ensuring leading product quality by analysing, tracking and trending reference controls
• Maintaining the Quality Management System and Good Laboratory Practices
• Driving reliability through governance standards framework execution including method development, verification and validation routines
• Implementing and driving asset care programs for laboratory equipment and instruments in area of responsibility
• Performing all relevant administrative and process duties
• Initiating and assisting in root cause determining problem solving
• Instilling a quality culture in his/her area of responsibility and sphere of influence
• Building and maintaining effective and trusting relationships with internal customers and peers
• Enhancing customer experience by achieving and/or exceeding targeted customer service levels
• Growing the business through support of cross-functional improvement and new development projects
• Initiating internal process improvements and the implementation thereof
• Participating in E2 practice implementation
   

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

• A relevant Degree / Diploma in Natural Science (e.g. Food Technology, Analytical Chemistry, etc.)
• Relevant working experience in an analytical laboratory (working experience in a wine-related intrinsic laboratory will be advantageous)
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical capabilities are essential
• Proven computer literacy in MS Office suite (knowledge of LIMS will be advantageous)
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety standards and procedures, HACCP, BRC, ISO 9001, 14001, 1841, IFS, ISO17025 etc
• Sound problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Sound quality assurance acumen with a focus on execution culture
• Demonstrated affinity for attention to detail
• Proven verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Must be able to think innovatively
• Ability and willingness to work shifts and/or extended hours as and/or when required
• Must have reliable transport to and from work
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position