Micro Lab Technician: Quality + Continuous Improvement

The South African Breweries; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

The South African Breweries is seeking a Specialist Analyst to support production teams with specialized analyses, quality auditing and continuous improvement initiatives. You will ensure traceability of results, communicate findings to stakeholders, and assist in training on good hygiene practices.

The role requires a BSc in Chemistry, Biotechnology, or Food Technology and 2 years in the food industry, preferably with packaging or brewing experience.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Food Technology, or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in the food industry and in a micro laboratory is ideal.
• Packaging and/or brewing experience is preferable.
• Knowledge of SAP PDM, Microsoft Office, and LIMS is an advantage.
• Demonstrate Good Lab Practices and adherence to housekeeping (5S), health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out specialised analyses according to the standard and sampling plan.
• Ensure traceability of results and record on information systems.
• Communicate results clearly and timeously to production teams and stakeholders.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to assist with problem solving.
• Provide production with high-quality, yeast for propagation free of contaminants.
• Maintenance and calibration schedules on test equipment.
• Carry out quality audits and document results.
• Initiate corrective actions to close gaps from audits.
• Assist in training, coaching and mentoring of plant personnel on good hygiene practices.
• Contribute to development of training material.
• Complete the competency guide for the micro lab technician role.
• Drive continuous improvement opportunities and participate in process optimization initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

BSc in Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Food Technology/ equivalent

Tools

SAP PDM

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The South African Breweries is seeking a Specialist Analyst to support production teams with specialized analyses, quality auditing and continuous improvement initiatives. You will ensure traceability of results, communicate findings to stakeholders, and assist in training on good hygiene practices.

The role requires a BSc in Chemistry, Biotechnology, or Food Technology and 2 years in the food industry, preferably with packaging or brewing experience.