Laboratory Technician - Blackheath, South Africa - Ackermans

Ackermans
Ackermans
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Blackheath, South Africa

1 week ago

Thabo Mthembu

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Our Product Technology Team is looking for a Laboratory Technician to provide a
têxtile laboratory
service in accordance to SABS and ISO Standards and processes in support of the Company's product strategy.

This position will be a fixed term contract ending 30 November 2024.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Conduct tests and assessments to ensure compliance with predetermined standards (SABS & ISO)
  • To maintain accurate and timely record keeping of tests and results
  • To ensure that the testing and assessment environment functions effectively in accordance with the predetermined housekeeping and maintenance plan
  • To provide general assistance to the Product Technologists with Fabric related projects and all other general technology administration (E.g. buddy system, samples to GPS & UTI offices)

Skills required:


  • A technical knowledge of different types of têxtiles
  • A working knowledge of testing equipment and testing procedures (incl. fabric analysis, performance & chemical tests)
  • Capturing test results and preparing specimens and samples for testing
  • Perform laboratory tests
- accurately capture, interpret and analyse data (i.e. pilling, colour fastness)

  • Work independently, as well as be a team player
  • Communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
  • Time Management skills
  • Planning & Organising Skills
  • Interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills
  • Strong Administrative Skills
  • A high energy level to cope with the constant deadlines
  • A serviceorientation
  • A strong detailorientation
  • A sense of urgency
  • The ability to be flexible
  • An understanding of the product enduses

Essential:


  • Minimum 3 years' laboratory experience with testing according to ISO standards
  • Previous experience in product and/or têxtile quality control
  • Previous experience in a clothing/homeware manufacturing and/or retail environment
  • Exposure to têxtile dyeing, printing and finishing processes
  • Exposure to têxtile development
  • Advantageous to have exposure to a chemical lab

Qualifications:


  • A Grade 12 Certificate/Matric is a minimum requirement
  • Diploma in Textile Technology OR
  • Manufacturing technology
  • Garment construction and engineering
  • Textiles (Fibres & Yarns)
  • Certificate in Fibres and Fabric
  • Relevant SADFA Certificate (dyeing, printing & finishing)


  • CSIR

  • Laboratory Accredited Certificate
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