Background

Trade Kings Limited is a leading manufacturer of quality detergent soaps, household products, dairy products and confectionery. Its Head Office is located in the Lusaka’s Light Industrial Area along Nampundwe Road, Off Mumbwa Road. In its quest to maintain quality service delivery, the company seeks to recruit qualified highly motivated and goal-oriented professionals to fill the following positions.

Job Overview

The Lab Technician is responsible for inspecting and testing incoming packaging materials, participating in trials, and resolving quality issues in plants. This role ensures all packaging meets required standards and specifications to uphold product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming packaging materials (e.g., Corrugated Boxes, Mono Cartons, Labels, Woven Sacks Etc).
• Conduct standard tests including Dimension, GSM, Bursting Strength, BCT etc.
• Benchmark packaging quality using market samples.
• Perform daily inspections of packaging processes.
• Address and resolve packaging related quality issues at plants and incoming.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Update and maintain testing records and reports on a daily basis.
• Verify process parameters against standard operating values.
• Collaborate with Manager/supervisors to gather and analyze plants feedback and ensure timely closure.
• Tag non-conforming materials with appropriate identification (e.g., HOLD, OK, REJECTION).
• Participate in packaging trials with the plant team.
• Adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements - Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the plastic packaging industry is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in packaging quality control.
• Hands on experience with packaging testing methods and equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Good physical condition.
• High standards of punctuality, efficiency, and discipline.

• Inspect incoming packaging materials (e.g., Corrugated Boxes, Mono Cartons, Labels, Woven Sacks Etc).
• Conduct standard tests including Dimension, GSM, Bursting Strength, BCT etc.
• Benchmark packaging quality using market samples.
• Perform daily inspections of packaging processes.
• Address and resolve packaging related quality issues at plants and incoming.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Update and maintain testing records and reports on a daily basis.
• Verify process parameters against standard operating values.
• Collaborate with Manager/supervisors to gather and analyze plants feedback and ensure timely closure.
• Tag non-conforming materials with appropriate identification (e.g., HOLD, OK, REJECTION).
• Participate in packaging trials with the plant team.
• Adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Good physical condition.
• High standards of punctuality, efficiency, and discipline.
• Hands on experience with packaging testing methods and equipment.

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the plastic packaging industry is preferred.