Lab Technician

LAB TECHNICIAN

BACKGROUND

Beehive Centre for Social Enterprise is dedicated to transforming lives and communities through innovative and sustainable social enterprises. We create opportunities, foster entrepreneurship, and delivering impactful solutions to address the socio-economic challenges in Malawi. With a staff of over 590, we run schools, businesses, farms and a construction enterprise.

Beehive Centre for Social Enterprise will run a fortified porridge factory in Chileka as part of its wider mission to create jobs and serve the community. Our Likuni Phala supports school feeding programs across Malawi, including our own Seibo initiative, which reaches over 18,000 children.

We are seeking a Lab Technician to help ensure our product meets the highest safety and nutritional standards.

WHAT WE OFFER

1. A lab-based role contributing to high-impact child nutrition programs.

2. A professional environment committed to excellence, community development, and food safety.

3. Competitive salary and meaningful work.

4. Ongoing technical training and growth opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform laboratory analysis on maize, soya, and blended samples to assess moisture, protein, fat, ash, and other nutritional parameters.

2. Operate and calibrate lab equipment including NIR spectrometers, balances, and moisture analyzers.

3. Conduct lateral flow tests to detect mycotoxins within the raw materials

4. Maintain accurate and timely lab records in compliance with ISO 22000 and MS standards.

5. Alert the QA team to any deviations or quality issues and assist in root cause analysis.

6. Ensure laboratory cleanliness, proper sample storage, and safety protocols are maintained.

7. Assist with validation of suppliers’ raw material quality and shelf-life assessments.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

1. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Laboratory Technology, Microbiology, or a related discipline.

2. Experience in laboratory testing within a food manufacturing or nutrition-related environment.

3. Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 22000, Codex Alimentarius, or HACCP protocols.

4. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced production setting.

5. Experience with mycotoxin testing or fortified food products is an advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are passionate about using science to improve food safety and contribute to child nutrition in Malawi, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to vacancies@beehivemw.org with the subject line:
“Lab Technician Application – [Your Name]”

Application Deadline – 30^th May 2025

*Beehive Centre for Social Enterprise is an equal opportunity employer, inspired by catholic values