Job Description

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Immediate Superior: [[Susan Laurens]]
Location: [[Stellenbosch]]
Function: [[Supply Chain]]
Sub Function: [[Intrinsics]]
Type of Contract: [[Permanent]]
Reference Number: [[114059]]
Closing Date: 02/07/2024Purpose of the job:Deliver an effective analytical chemistry service to production sites and support intrinsic teams with research projects, new product development and problem-solving as needed.Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute GC-MS and LC-MS/MS analysis to support intrinsic team projects.
• Participate in problem-solving to provide analytical support related to product or production complaints, as required.
• Prepare Laboratory Test Reports where needed.
• Operate and maintain equipment to prevent deterioration, maintain lifespan to ensure that accurate results are obtained.
• Do routine preventative maintenance on all equipment used.
• Verify that small laboratory equipment (e.g. analytical balances and Pipettes) has a valid calibration/maintenance certificate to ensure traceability of results.
• Investigate equipment downtime by conducting first line troubleshooting.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods to ensure the methods are fit for purpose.
• Control of laboratory's inventory (chemicals and consumables) based on consumption ensuring an uninterrupted laboratory service is provided.
• Adhere to all laboratory requirements in line with the Laboratory Quality Management System.
• Compile laboratory documentation and records in line with the Laboratory Quality Management System to ensure the information is easily retrievable.

Education:

• M.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry) or equivalent

or

• B.S. (Hons) with 10+ years' experience in a GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS laboratory

A PhD (Analytical Chemistry) will be an advantage.Experience:

• Experience with GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS analysis.
• Experience with maintenance of GC-MS
• Experience with different sample preparation techniques.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 and/or ISO 17025 environment.
• Knowledge of sample collection procedures and techniques.
• Experience in beverage analysis will be an advantage.

Attributes:

• Good problem-solving skills.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Capable of conducting and supporting scientific investigations and experiments.
• Analyse and interpret test results.
• Team orientated and client focused.
• Good communication skills.
• Committed to delivering quality outputs, with high concern for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Display excellent time management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

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