Laboratory Intern (Temporary) – Prospecton Plant Snacks at PepsiCo

Job Overview:

• Co-ordinate all data collation on shift for reporting process statistics.
• Responsible for equipment calibration on shift in order to determine accurate information. In addition, day to day lab analysis.
• Responsible for routine analytical and product quality tests including In Market Testing.  
• Investigate out of specification results and implement corrective actions. 
• Ongoing trouble shooting to identify possible causes of problems and to improve quality results and accuracy of data. 
• Feedback results on shifts to frontline with respect to opportunities and possible corrective action.
• Ensure all data reports are completed and the results communicated. 
• Conduct Allergen swabbing including managing and supporting all foreign objects and customer complaints on the line.
• Calibration and maintenance of all equipment. 
• Control of stock requirements. 
• Documentation auditing and data analysis. 
• Responsible and accountable for Laboratory specific projects.
• Coordinate projects related to improving quality and quality systems. 
• HACCP monitoring.
• To ensure that AIB, food safety and quality standards are maintained throughout.
• Manage and control all on hold, rejected and released stock.
• Responsible for conducting Internal ASHA Lab Audits and active involvement and preparation in External LAB ASHA Audits.
• Support during FSSC 22000 and AIB Audits.
• Provide support during trials, commissioning or new projects.
• Attend Production meetings.
• Assistance with lab training, especially practical training.

Qualifications

Qualification/Experience:

• Matric plus Food Technology Diploma or equivalent Tertiary Qualification.
• Computer literate.
• Written and oral communication.

 Competencies:

• Integrity.
• Attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking.
• Results driven.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work shifts.