Sample Lab Technician

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer of flavors and colors is seeking a Sample Technician in South Africa, Gauteng. This role involves preparing and dispatching samples while ensuring timely delivery to customers. Key responsibilities include inventory control and monthly reporting on performance. A university degree in Food Science or Chemistry is required, along with good communication skills and proficiency in MS Office. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for development while working onsite five days a week.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits

Development opportunities

Thorough onboarding training

Qualifications

• University degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a similar relevant education is required.
• Work experience in the food ingredients industry would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in discussing financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch samples to service customers and promote business strategy.
• Inventory control and stocking of laboratory samples, maintaining excellent records.
• Monthly reporting on performance results and a focus on continuous improvement.

Skills

MS Office, especially Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Education

University degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or relevant field

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.