Lab Technician at Mr. Green Trading Africa Kenya Ltd

• The Lab Technician will be required to undertake a variety of laboratory procedures of technical nature. He/She will be handling sensitive equipment to analyze samples or substances and conduct tests, reporting findings to the Product Quality Control manager.
• The incumbent will have experience working under possibly hazardous conditions e.g. chemical leftovers in plastics. He/She will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions.The goal is to optimize Quality Plastic Sourcing and succeed in maintaining good service to suppliers.

Tasks

• Coordinate preselection of plastics at the suppliers’ yards.
• Supervise casuals preselecting plastic and ensuring that they only buy MGA plastics.
• Accurately weigh the preselected plastic using the MGA scale.
• Load the preselected MGA plastics into the available trucks ensuring that the truck capacity is maximized.
• Offer quality service to the supplier.
• Ensure that the casuals working under him/her have the correct documentions and are provided with PPEs at all times.
• Safeguarding the MGA properties under his/her supervision e.g scales and PPE.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications, Regulatory & Legal Requirements

• Proven 3-4 years experience as Lab Technician or relevant position.
• Experience in operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment and potentially dangerous substances. Ability to operate MFR,FTIR, DSC and GCMS machines is an added advantage.
• In depth knowledge of QHSE Systems, preventative measures and laboratory best practices.
• Excellent physical condition and endurance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Degree in chemistry or relevant field.

Competencies and Attributes

• Attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to differentiate different types of plastics.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.