Laboratory Analyst at PZ Cussons

About the Job

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is For everyone, for life, for good.

Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers. Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well-loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of daily calibration record of relevant laboratory equipment.
• Periodic validation of relevant equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate records of all analysis performed and results.
• Physical and chemical analysis of water, competitor’s samples, raw materials, semi-finished goods and finished products vis-à-vis the packaging materials based on agreed schedule.
• Maintenance of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) with regards to handling of equipment, chemicals/reagents, work bench, equipment cleaning and maintenance, laboratory personnel outlook, handling of workbooks and laboratory environment.
• Proper inventory of laboratory chemicals and consumables.
• Maintain clean and updated record of calibration of relevant equipment.
• Maintain clean and updated record of validation of relevant equipment.
• Communicate test results to relevant parties in a clear and concise manner.
• Maintain clean and updated record of water, competitor’s samples, raw materials, finished products and packaging materials results.
• Chemicals, equipment and reagents are to be properly labelled; work benches are to be cleaned and maintained after use. Personnel is expected to adorn appropriate laboratory wears; workbooks are meant to be properly maintained while laboratory environment should be clean at all times.
• Proper record of chemicals and consumables’ intake and consumption should be kept.

Required Qualifications

HND / BSC in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)

Required Experience

• Very good computer skills (especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access packages)
• 2–3 years experience
• Proven work experience as a Laboratory Analyst or similar role in a laboratory
• Excellent knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and protocols
• Strong communication skills
• Very good at handling numbers and figures
• Ability to quickly spot improvement opportunities
• Good time management skills