GC Analyst

Recruiter:

SciStaff CC

Job Ref:

SCI000038/SCI

Date posted:

Monday, February 9, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A producer of natural ingredients is seeking a Gas Chromatography (GC) Analyst to join their team in Coega. The position involves supporting the full production process, from start to final product, by enforcing quality, safety, and food regulations to ensure the satisfaction of the company's clients, while aligning with Global Quality Assurance guidelines.

POSITION INFO:
Duties will include, but are not limited to:

Leading the specific task of maintenance and operation of gas chromatograph (Mass-Mass) through internal and external verifications through direct technical contact with suppliers.
Managing the calibration plan for the control instruments of the entire plant, coordinating said works and maintenance with external providers.
Coordinating with external laboratories regarding samples (fruit, oil, juice, pulp, and peel) and the interpretation of results.
Ensuring compliance with internal work standards through training of staff in line control letters, compliance with CIP processes, BPM verification, and regulatory requirements.
Preparing and following up on the specific PIs and KPIs of the sector and those determined in the quality table.
Monitoring accounts within the quality budget.
Developing and proposing of new analytical methodologies that can be extended to clients and the company.
Overseeing and training of chromatography analysts.

Key Requirements: Degree in Chemistry or similar with 3 to 5 years’ experience in a quality environment in a food/beverage or agricultural laboratory. Experience in Food Plant analysis, GC-MS or HPLC, and GC troubleshooting and maintenance, as well as exposure to HACCP and GMP is required. Technical formulation in GC-MS/MS would be advantageous.

Additional Requirements: The ideal candidate should be a good communicator and proactive. Written and verbal communication skills in English is required.

*Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply

**Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted

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GC Analyst

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