Spice Technician: Sample & Color Matching

Ligpos (Pty) Ltd; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ligpos (Pty) Ltd in Roodepoort, Gauteng, is seeking a skilled Spice Technician to join our growing spices and seasonings team. You will analyze client samples focusing on colour, aroma, texture and taste to ensure accurate matching and quality.

The role requires meticulous lab work, precise weighing and record keeping, and close collaboration with production to guarantee final products match approved samples.

Qualifications

• Excellent sensory skills with keen eye for colour, smell and taste.
• Honesty, extreme cleanliness and high precision in measurements.
• Strong communication and ability to work independently under pressure.
• Roodepoort area residence or close proximity.

Responsibilities

• Sample analysis of client materials for colour, aroma, texture and taste.
• Colour and taste matching by blending spices to achieve requested profile.
• Prepare duplicate samples for client approval before production.
• Maintain accurate records of formulations and sample matchings.
• Coordinate with production to ensure final product matches approved sample.
• Conduct quality checks on raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory in line with food safety standards.

Skills

Excellent sensory skills

Honesty

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

Matric or Diploma in Food Technology

Job description

Ligpos (Pty) Ltd in Roodepoort, Gauteng, is seeking a skilled Spice Technician to join our growing spices and seasonings team. You will analyze client samples focusing on colour, aroma, texture and taste to ensure accurate matching and quality.

The role requires meticulous lab work, precise weighing and record keeping, and close collaboration with production to guarantee final products match approved samples.