Openings at Mars

What are we looking for?

• Food Technology or Food Science Graduate
• Diploma/Degree in Food Technology /Food Science /Biotechnology / Analytical Chemistry or Microbiology
• Must be proficient in English
•  Must be Computer Literate
• Report writing experience will be preferred
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint for effective communications

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Testing of inbound raw and packaging material
• Routine environmental monitoring of equipment hygiene, water quality, air quality and effluent testing
• Capturing of results and filing of Certificates of Analysis
• Responsible for filing of retention samples and maintaining the LAB & retention's sample rooms
• Following good housekeeping and hygiene practices in the LAB and retention sample rooms
• Assist with preparing products for Quality Panel.
• Adhering to all Mars Safety Standards

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Purpose

• Perform analysis and maintain lab and quality control equipment in production. 
• Perform auto control and if appropriate, upgrade lab analysis

What are we looking for?

• Tertiary education in food science, chemistry, laboratory, or similar fields is preferred
• Previous experience in a food / feed plant laboratory preferred
• Experience in HPLC, GC is preferred
• Good communication skills
• Technically inclined with computer skills
• Self-motivated, initiative, team player, safety & hygiene & quality conscious
• English skills

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Sampling of bulk and pallet raw materials.
• Analysis of samples from various sources to identify compounds and elements using Foss NIR.
• Analysis of Mycotoxin and Histamine using Elisa method.
• Analysis of Mycotoxin using Q+ Method.
• Analysis on BHA-BHT using Gas Chromatography
• Oxidation analysis for FFA and PV potentiometric methods.
• Validating results and filling out any associated forms including non-conformance forms
• Perform inventory maintenance for analysis.
• Ensuring Laboratory stock availability  
• Perform equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Validation and verification of laboratory and factory scales and balances.
• Following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks