Lab Trainee

COFCO International; Standerton; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food technology is offering an Internal/External Internship Programme for a Lab In-service Trainee in Standerton, Mpumalanga. This role aims to provide practical work experience to students with an S4 in Analytical Chemistry or Food Technology. Essential skills include good interpersonal relationships, problem-solving, and computer literacy. The successful intern will sign an 18-month contract and needs to submit various documents including a CV and certified qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must have a prerequisite work experience before qualification.
• Be computer literate in Excel and Word.
• Basic understanding of laboratory equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical work experience through the internship program.
• Support lab supervisor with day-to-day operations.
• Interact with laboratory equipment to ensure correct functionality.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail orientation

Initiative

Ability to cope with pressure

Education

S4 in Analytical Chemistry or Food Technology

Tools

Excel

Word

Karl Fisher Machine

NIR

Protein Analyzer

Oil Analyzer

Gas Chromatograph

Job description

INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Position Title : Lab In- service Trainee

Reporting To : Lab Supervisor

Reporting Level : Junior

Job Purpose

The purpose of this programme is to give practical work experience to students under Lekwa Municipal who are currently studying and have a prerequisite to have practical work experience before qualification.
Successful Intern will be expected to enter an 18 months contract.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

• S4 in Analytical Chemistry or Food Technology
• Computer Literate in Excel, Word
• Basic understanding of key Laboratory equipment and how it functions e.g. Karl Fisher Machine, NIR, Protein Analyzer, Oil Analyzer and Gas Chromatograph.

Skills & Competencies

• Good interpersonal skills., Trustworthy, Problem-solving skills, Enthusiasm, and perseverance
• Initiative, detail orientation, ownership, and accountability
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Analysing
• Applying acquired knowledge and technology
• Following instructions and procedures
• Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
• Coping with pressure and seatbacks
• Adapting and responding to change
• Relating and networking
• Creating and innovating

The CV, proof of address, certified ID and certified copy of qualification must be provided.

Note: Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.