Quality Control Laboratory Technician

About the job

For our new plant in Debre Berhan, we are looking for an experienced Lab Technician. Candidate will be handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances, testing and analyzing samples and conducting tests, reporting findings. You will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions and will be passionate for doing work that makes things move forward.

Responsibilities

• Organize and store all chemical substances and fluids according to safety instructions
• Record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
• Maintain equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed strictly at all times and maintain a clean and orderly environment
• Planning, setting up and undertaking controlled experiments and trials
• Demonstrating procedures
• Collecting, preparing and/or testing samples
• Maintaining, calibrating, cleaning and testing sterility of the equipment
• Presenting results to other staff
• Writing reports, reviews and summaries

Qualifications

• Degree in biology, chemistry or a relevant field
• With at least one(1) year of experience in working under possibly hazardous conditions (e.g., chemicals).
• Proven experience as a Lab Technician or a relevant position
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure
• Independence
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good teamwork skills
• Analytical skills
• Time management

Skills Required:

• Applied / Natural / Science
• Chemistry / Chemical / Engineering
• Food / Technology / Science / Engineering
• Quality / Safety