Sample Lab Technician

Sensient Technologies; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Johannesburg seeks a Sample Technician responsible for preparing and delivering samples to clients. The ideal candidate should have a relevant university degree and communication skills. Responsibilities include inventory control, KPI adherence, and reporting. The role requires onsite presence five days a week, offering excellent salary and development opportunities.

Benefits

An excellent salary

Benefit offering

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience in the food ingredients industry is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch samples to service customers.
• Adhere to KPI targets and report daily results.
• Maintain inventory control for laboratory samples.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

University degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or similar

Job description

The Sample Technician ensures the correct preparation and timely delivery of all Sample Requests for customers of Sensient Technologies South Africa. In this responsible position you are working closely with local and international colleagues in order to deliver on targets.

What you’ll do :

Prepare and dispatch samples to service customers and promote business strategy, Sourcing samples from global Sensient sites

Inventory control and stocking of laboratory samples, Keep excellent records by updating internal software system

Communication between Sensient South Africa and Sensient international affiliates

Monthly reporting on performance results and focus on continuous improvement

Adhere to KPI targets, and daily reporting on results

Seek to improve ways and methods to become more efficient and better serve internal and external customers

What you’ll bring :

• A university degree in Food Science, Chemistry or a similar relevant education
• Work experience in the food ingredients industry would be advantageous
• Good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload and handle multiple tasks in an effective manner
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in discussing financial reports with company stakeholders
• Own transport as there may be occasional work requirements outside of normal hours

What you’ll get :

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond

About Sensient :

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world’s best-known brands.