Clover is recruiting Laboratory Technician x2 posts | APPLY WITH GRADE 12

Clover S.A. Proprietary Limited is hiring and invites applications for the vacant post of Laboratory Technician X2 posts.

Location:  Port Elizabeth Metropolitan Area

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Conduct basic laboratory tests and report on results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Setup, maintain and operate laboratory equipment.

• Prepare and maintain stocks of chemical reagents and microbiological reagents/cultures/media.
• Operate laboratory equipment in line with the standard operating procedures and well maintained.
• Ensure that lab procedure are followed according to standard procedures.

• Maintain all safety procedures in the laboratory.
• Ensure that the lab is clean at all times.
• Ensure that Good Manufacturing Practices (GLP) is maintained.

Conduct sampling and testing.

• Prepare and analyse samples.
• Releasing of Raw and Packaging materials

• Perform routine QC/laboratory analysis.
• Report of Non-confirming and retesting and sending the final report is essential.

• Record all results neatly and must be filed as required.
• Ensure that all procedures are followed before releasing the final product to the market.

• Ensure that the laboratory equipment are calibrated and must be monitored at the beginning of each shift
• Report equipment break downs in time.

Safety in the laboratory

• Follow all safety procedures in the lab. (e.g. wearing of PPE)
• Know all emergency procedures e.g. eye wash station, safety reps and first aiders.
• Report all safety incidents.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4
• Business English: Fluent

• Computer literacy (Advanced)
• Work shifts/weekends/public holidays
• Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level

COMPETENCIES:

• Proactive and action orientated.
• Approaches situations with an open mind and solves problems creatively.

• Maintains high standards.
• Acts with honesty and consistency
• Solves problems through effective decision making.

• Collaborate with others to achieve a common objective.
• Commitment and motivation
• Interpersonal effectiveness

• Communicates effectively.
• Administrative capabilities