Lab Technician

Ornua; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ornua is seeking a Lab Technician to support raw material, in-process, and finished product testing alongside environmental monitoring. You will handle routine chemical and microbiological analyses, maintain equipment, and ensure accurate documentation in line with SOPs.

The role requires collaboration with production and quality teams, adherence to GMP/GLP/HACCP, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement in a food-factory environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Knowledge of sample collection, preparation, and routine chemical and microbiological testing.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, HACCP, food hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Familiarity with instruments such as pH meters, weighing balances, moisture analyzers, incubators, and microscopes.
• Basic knowledge of raw material, in-process, and finished product quality testing.
• Ability to accurately record test results, maintain laboratory records, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Strong observation skills to identify abnormalities and ensure accurate test results.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and data entry for maintaining laboratory reports.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and collaborate with production and quality teams.
• Knowledge of safe handling of chemicals, samples, laboratory equipment, and proper use of PPE.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and eagerness to learn new testing methods, quality standards, and food industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collect, label, and prepare raw material, in-process, finished product, and environmental samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform routine physical, chemical, and microbiological tests in accordance with approved SOPs.
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring they are calibrated and functioning properly.
• Record test results, maintain laboratory documentation, and prepare reports in compliance with quality standards.
• Support quality control by monitoring product quality and identifying deviations from specifications.
• Follow GMP, GLP, HACCP, and food safety regulations during all laboratory activities.
• Assist in investigating out-of-specification (OOS) results and report abnormalities to QA or Lab Supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the laboratory, including waste handling and disposal.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure timely testing and release of materials and products.
• Participate in internal audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives related to lab operations and quality systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety procedures while maintaining confidentiality of laboratory data.

Skills

Sample collection

Laboratory testing

SOP compliance

GMP/GLP/HACCP

PPE handling

Excel/Word/data entry

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Food Technology / Microbiology

Tools

pH meters

Weighing balances

Moisture analyzers

Incubators

Microscopes

Job description

WHY THIS ROLE IS VALUABLE: Lab Technicians are essential for Monitoring and preform necessary test for Raw Materials, finished goods and production line sample, also they are monitoring and validating the SOPs and preforming Environmental monitoring test.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Collect, label, and prepare raw material, in-process, finished product, and environmental samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform routine physical, chemical, and microbiological tests in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring they are calibrated and functioning properly.
• Accurately record test results, maintain laboratory documentation, and prepare reports in compliance with quality standards.
• Support quality control activities by monitoring product quality and identifying any deviations from specifications.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), HACCP, and food safety regulations during all laboratory activities.
• Assist in investigating out-of-specification (OOS) results and report abnormalities to the Quality Assurance or Laboratory Supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of the laboratory, including proper handling and disposal of chemicals and biological waste.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure timely testing and release of raw materials and finished products.
• Participate in internal audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory operations and quality systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements while maintaining confidentiality of laboratory data.
  

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Knowledge of sample collection, preparation, and routine chemical and microbiological testing.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, HACCP, food hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Familiarity with instruments such as pH meters, weighing balances, moisture analyzers, incubators, and microscopes.
• Basic knowledge of raw material, in-process, and finished product quality testing.
• Ability to accurately record test results, maintain laboratory records, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Strong observation skills to identify abnormalities and ensure accurate test results.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and data entry for maintaining laboratory reports.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and collaborate effective with production and quality teams.
• Knowledge of safe handling of chemicals, samples, laboratory equipment, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and eagerness to learn new testing methods, quality standards, and food industry regulations.