Quality Lab Technician: Precision Testing & Compliance

Sgs; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Cape Town to support sample preparation, analysis, and quality control under established methods. You will operate instruments, keep meticulous records, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Successful candidates will hold chemistry or food technology qualifications and contribute to a rigorous quality system within a global network of laboratories.

Qualifications

• Appropriate tertiary qualification or part thereof with lab duties.
• Chemistry or Food Technology qualification is preferred.
• Experience in quality control and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process and analyze samples according to established methods and procedures.
• Operate instruments and maintain QC records.
• Adhere to ISO 17025 requirements in record-keeping and traceability.
• Ensure good laboratory practices and safety compliance in all tasks.
• Plan tests and evaluate results under supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Record keeping

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Chemistry Diploma (National Diploma or BSc)

Food Technology Diploma

Tools

SLIMS system

Laboratory instruments

Job description

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Cape Town to support sample preparation, analysis, and quality control under established methods. You will operate instruments, keep meticulous records, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Successful candidates will hold chemistry or food technology qualifications and contribute to a rigorous quality system within a global network of laboratories.