Job Accountabilities

• Collect samples and prepare them according to the quality control plan, ensuring proper disposal by adhering to good hygiene practices, good laboratory practices, food safety, and health & safety requirements.
• Ensure effective process control, including mixer preparation and Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures, to maintain product quality and safety standards.
• Ensure sample turnaround time objectives and key performance indicators are met or exceeded, including sample preparation, analysis, data review, and data interpretations.
• Perform routine and non-routine physical/chemical and biological analyses by reviewing test results and reporting deviations for raw materials, in-process materials, semi-finished, and finished goods.
• Ensure that unconfirmed products are isolated in the holding area and that only finished products that meet specifications are delivered to customers.
• Monitor chemical processes and test the quality of products to ensure they meet UBC's quality standards and specifications.
• Monitor and manage Critical Control Points (CCP), ensuring food safety risks are identified and controlled in compliance with food safety standards.
• Oversee the implementation of Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRP) and Prerequisite Programs (PRP), ensuring compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain inventory of chemicals, prepare solutions and reagents for laboratory use, and safely dispose of waste chemical materials.
• Handle and maintain sophisticated lab instruments such as Ion Chromatography (IC), Hach water quality testing equipment, Automatic Titrator, Ultraviolet (UV) Spectrometer, and other specialized equipment.
• Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment, following established protocols to prevent contamination, ensure accuracy in results, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new instruments in the laboratory.
• Ensure all lab equipment is calibrated and that relevant certification documents are up to date and properly maintained.
• Analyze and compile data from research tests to diagnose malfunctions or determine equipment/process efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory procedures and results and prepare analytical reports for the Laboratory Supervisor’s review.
• Conduct statistical process control (SPC) and monitor capability trends to ensure process performance and quality standards are consistently met.
• Troubleshoot and report any damage, defects, or problems with laboratory assets, including lab instruments.
• Maintain and report chemical inventory, and ensure proper management of laboratory materials.
• Monitor and control production line processes to ensure continuous, efficient, and safe operations, while maintaining product quality standards.
• Perform analytical tests such as pH measurement, titration, and spectroscopy to assess the chemical composition, purity, and integrity of water samples.
• Conduct physicochemical analyses and tests on raw water, treated water, and by-products in accordance with the quality control plan to ensure compliance with water quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Carry out physical tests such as turbidity, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, and total dissolved solids (TDS).
• Ensure all testing equipment is properly calibrated before conducting any water quality tests.
• Conduct water quality tests in accordance with established protocols and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all water quality tests and results.
• Document any deviations from water quality standards and report them to the Direct Manager for necessary corrective actions.
• Perform backwash and sanitation of equipment, including carbon filters, to ensure optimal performance and hygiene.
• Prepare water salts according to required specifications for the water treatment process.
• Perform regular cleaning of equipment to maintain operational efficiency and sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper reporting and documentation of quality control activities, including test results, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Prepare chemicals for boilers to maintain proper water quality and system performance.
• Oversee Reverse Osmosis (RO) operations, including the addition of necessary chemicals and monitoring of all parameters to ensure optimal system functionality and performance.
• Perform ad-hoc and other duties related to the job as assigned by the Direct Manager.

Skills

• Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Water Treatment or any related field
• Minimum of (0-2) years of experience in the same or a related field.
• Analytical Techniques
• Laboratory Equipment Proficiency
• Quality Control Expertise
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
• Safety Awareness