LABORATORY ANALYST – CJ Patel

Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required

Southern Cross Foods Pte Limited is a food manufacturing entity of CJ Patel Group of Companies. We specialize in the production of noodles, extruded snacks and confectionery for Fiji and International markets and are co-manufacturers for Nestle. We are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Laboratory Analyst to be based in Ba.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and non-routine evaluation and chemical tests on raw materials, packaging, samples, and intermediate and finished products as requested or assigned.

• Diligently log and analyses the data revealed by lab tests and maintain and manage documentation for the same.

• Ensure all test results are precise and released to the factory on time.

• Perform maintenance on lab equipment by making calibrations, cleaning equipment, otherwise keeping equipment functioning properly and report issues to the lab supervisor on a timely manner.

• Carry out routine line visits to the processing area for sampling and to ensure SOP conformance.

Qualification, Knowledge, and Skills

• Diploma in Industrial Laboratory Technology or Degree in Biology/Chemistry/Food Science or related field-Form 7 Science students can apply

•  At least two years’ work experience in a similar role in a food manufacturing plant

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP and Food Safety Management would be an added advantage.

• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills and a team player

• Willing to work on shift basis.

 Remuneration

A market competitive remuneration will be offered to the successful candidates to commensurate with qualification and experience.