ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. Were a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. Were blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. Were a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. Were an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And were a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow

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Lab Technician

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND

Experience

1 year

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Science

Job Description

GOALS

• To have an efficient laboratory workflow.
• Provide the necessary analytical support to customers & to ADM factories
• Supporting business development with analytical solution

MAIN TASKS:

MANAGING SAMPLE AND VALIDATION OF RESULTS

• Ensure day to day management of the laboratory hub
• Rigorously apply safety & quality procedures with approved documents (methods, control, verification,...)
• Ensure Sensitive species sample is received and analyzed in time.
• Critical Control Point monitoring
• Incoming raw material testing, approval and identification of approved ingredients
• Supporting QC department reporting on the status of the Quality Assurance for Raw Material (RM) and Final Product (FP) Quality Plan
• Ensure invoices are approved for consumables and equipment
• Analyse and approve the results
• Ensure the maintenance, the follow up and the update of calibrations (control card monitoring, bias calculation) of laboratory NIR equipment

OPERATIONAL FOR NIR CUSTOMER FOLLOW-UP

• Ensure the proper execution of the services NIR by the Customer (Calibration installation, helping configuration software for ex.)
• Supporting customers in terms of technical assistance (wet-chemistry control card, calibration bias calculation for ex.) and helping in best NIR analysis practices
• Carry out interventions remotely while respecting customer objectives (respect for demand and service level)
• Monitor and report NIR activity indicators to ensure that services are monitored at customers' sites

ON-SITE MYCOTOXIN RAPID TEST CUSTOMER FOLLOW-UP

• Ensure customer training on the use of tests and reader
• Provide on-site technical support to customers

Qualifications:

• BSc (Agriculture, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Food Technology)
• Relevant experience: 1 year

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of laboratory practices
• Knowledge of quality management system
• Knowledge of NIR technology
• Knowledge of MS Office

Skills:

• Good organizing and administrative skills
• Computer skill
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving skills

Personal Attributes:

• Initiative
• Attention to details
• Strong work ethics
• Dedication

• Ensure day to day management of the laboratory hub
• Rigorously apply safety & quality procedures with approved documents (methods, control, verification,...)
• Ensure Sensitive species sample is received and analyzed in time.
• Critical Control Point monitoring
• Incoming raw material testing, approval and identification of approved ingredients
• Supporting QC department reporting on the status of the Quality Assurance for Raw Material (RM) and Final Product (FP) Quality Plan
• Ensure invoices are approved for consumables and equipment
• Analyse and approve the results
• Ensure the maintenance, the follow up and the update of calibrations (control card monitoring, bias calculation) of laboratory NIR equipment
• Ensure the proper execution of the services NIR by the Customer (Calibration installation, helping configuration software for ex.)
• Supporting customers in terms of technical assistance (wet-chemistry control card, calibration bias calculation for ex.) and helping in best NIR analysis practices
• Carry out interventions remotely while respecting customer objectives (respect for demand and service level)
• Monitor and report NIR activity indicators to ensure that services are monitored at customers' sites
• Ensure customer training on the use of tests and reader
• Provide on-site technical support to customers

• Good organizing and administrative skills
• Computer skill
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving skills

• BSc (Agriculture, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Food Technology)
• Relevant experience: 1 year
• Knowledge of laboratory practices
• Knowledge of quality management system
• Knowledge of NIR technology
• Knowledge of MS Office