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Measuring and Testing Specialist/Analyst
Grade:CL
Reporting: Site Quality Manager
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Custodian of material specifications
Working alongside Raw Material Inspector to establish whether to accept or reject incoming materials.
Implement sampling plans & testing methods for raw materials.
Manage material retention & reference samples
Identify non-conforming materials; Make disposition decision
Assist Raw Material Inspector with raising non-conformances, communication with suppliers & procurement.
Drive non-conformance closure
Manage validation, calibration and verification of measurement and testing equipment
Ensure that only validated methods are used
Drive GLP’s
Participate in/ or develop proficiency testing schemes
Ensure adherence to sampling, handling and testing schedules
Interpret results (accept or reject)
Provide professional opinion in case of non-conforming results, where required
Raise non-conformance and communicate to processing / manufacturing/ site quality manager/lead
Analyze test results of materials and trend data to identify CI opportunities
Verify measurement and testing equipment data for trend to identify CI opportunities
Drive quality continuous improvement programs
Develop & conduct training
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications required by the position:
Diploma in natural sciences (biochemistry, analytical chemistry, or microbiology)
TQM / B. Tech. would be advantageous
Sound working knowledge of the MS Office suite (Outlook; PowerPoint, Excel)
Minimum experience required by the position:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a laboratory
Strong communication skills at different levels
Independent thinking and assumes process ownership
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Attributes) required by the position:
Role model Tiger Values
Ability to develop & spread trust at all levels by empowering others
High energy & grit
Strong analytical skills
Attention to detail
Drive & desire to meet & exceed expectations of management
Owning it!
Influencing others
Thinking innovation
Organization awareness
Holding people accountable
al opinion in case of non-conforming results, where required
Raise non-conformance and communicate to processing / manufacturing/ site quality manager/lead
test results of materials and trend data to identify CI opportunities
Verify measurement and testing equipment data for trend to identify CI opportunities
Drive quality continuous improvement programs
Develop & conduct training
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In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.