Lab Assistant

The Heineken Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Assistant to join their Quality Department in Springs, Johannesburg. This role is pivotal in ensuring quality control through effective sample retention, analysis preparation, and meticulous management of quality charts. The ideal candidate will possess a National Diploma in Chemistry or related fields and demonstrate a strong analytical mindset. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to contribute to process improvements in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience within a QC testing lab.
• Strong knowledge of chemical preparation and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Retention of samples and feedback on their status.
• Ensure good storage of analysis worksheets and manage charts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytic thinking

Good administrative skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Education

National Diploma in Chemistry

Food Tech

Biotech

Tools

LIMS

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

We Go Places! How about you?

Immediate Superior: Intrinsic Quality Manager

Job Grade: 3

Location: Springs

Function: Supply Chain

Sub Function: Manufacturing

Type of Contract: Perm

Reference Number: 134585

Closing Date: 01/05/2025

Job Advertisement: Quality Department Position – Springs, Johannesburg

Applications are invited for the position of Lab Assistant within the Quality Department, based at our Springs facility in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will report directly to the Intrinsic Quality Manager.

Key Performance Areas Include, But Are Not Limited To:

1. Retention of samples
2. Provide feedback in DCS meeting forums on the status of retention samples (line checks)
3. Discard retention samples (Lab and Cellar) (Please note all retention samples are kept for at least 18 months)
4. Ensure good storage of analysis worksheets
5. Chemical preparation & analysis
6. DCS chart responsibility
7. Effective management of charts
8. Innovations & customer surveys
9. Weekly stock take
10. General housekeeping in chemical store, retention room & registration area
11. Ensure completion of housekeeping checklists
12. Assist in housekeeping inspections

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

1. National Diploma in Chemistry, Food Tech, or Biotech
2. At least one year's experience within a QC testing lab
3. Knowledge of LIMS, MS Excel, & Outlook
4. Attention to detail
5. Analytic thinking
6. Ability to plan and prioritize
7. Good administrative skills
8. Good written and verbal communication skills

If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about driving quality and process improvement, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is committed to an organizational culture that recognizes, appreciates, and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.