Job Description

The Laboratory Manager performs technical laboratory work collecting and analyzing raw water for chemical, physical, and bacteriological characteristics.

Statement of Purpose:

To manage the activities of American Beverage Company’s laboratory and ensure its smooth operation and efficient functioning. The Incumbent is responsible for organizing and directing the daily activities in the laboratory with minimum supervision and a complete understanding of the systems involved. This position is considered a working supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Collect raw water samples from various locations in a valid manner consistent with good laboratory practice
• Test, and analyze all related water samples collected to determine physical, chemical, biological and bacteriological content in support of efficient operation of water treatment operations
• Prepare reagents, chemicals, bacteriological analysis, and standard test solutions; perform mathematical calculations and statistical analyses for test results
• Perform a variety of physical, chemical, biological, and bacteriological qualitative and quantitative tests of water samples necessary to ensure that plant processes meet established water treatment standards
• Maintain records of tests conducted and their results within quality control and quality assurance parameters; notify supervisors of violations or problems indicated from data; and prepare reports for management as necessary, as directed, and on a regular basis
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment, fixtures, and samplers; perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment, including the calibration, maintenance, and service of laboratory and process control instrumentation; maintain laboratory in a clean and orderly manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year at an industrial water purification plant operation with the direct responsibility of water quality analysis and water quality instrument calibration
• Identify potential problems or areas for improvement and provides solutions
•  Must possess knowledge and understanding of water analyses and treatment techniques and support equipment utilized in the water treatment process
•  Must possess basic computer skills and communicate effectively as interfacing with other support departments will be required
• Familiarity with the country regulations where applicable.

Working Conditions

• Laboratory setting with exposure to hazardous materials
• Willingness to live and work under environmental and other conditions that may be uncomfortable at times
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions
• Requires periods of non-traditional hours including consecutive nights or weekends when necessary

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Science or Medical Technology
• Four (4) to six (6) years' experience in a laboratory environment with similar functions
• ASCP,AMT, HEW or other laboratory certification
• supervisory: 3 years (Required)
• EPA Regulated Industry: 3 years (Preferred)
• QA/QC: 3 years (Preferred)

Company Overview & EEO Statement

American Beverage Company SARL. is a leading beverage company in Cameroon with headquarters in Idenau, Limbe, with a projected annual revenue in excess of 2.5 billion CFA, ABC is on track to hold leadership positions in premium mineral water in Cameroon. The Company maintains a formidable distribution network that enables its portfolio of more than 1500 owned, licensed and partners eager to make its brands available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages. We crafted an unrivaled and solid benefits for you: We value our people and they are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired, and appreciated at work.   American Beverage Company Sarl, (ABC) is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. ABC recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or any other status protected by law EOE.

Additional Requirements:

Job Description

The Packaging Chain Worker (PCW) at American Beverage Company will assist the manufacturing Team in the production of Fassa waters. This includes extraction, packaging, inventory management duties and labeling. A PCW will take care of the packaging of the products as well as their palletization. This person will be part of a dynamic and passionate team within a fast-growing organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Pack Fassa products following company’s formulation.
• Apply labels to various Fassa products
• Carry out quality control checks on finished products
•  Maintain and update work instructions
• Read and identify product labels.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment to include production area
• Manage parallel workflows
• Keeps a detailed packaging log, dating and recording all tasks performed and relevant
• Fill in as needed in other departments or shifts.
• Comfortable performing in a Goal Driven
• Pack bottle in pallets and cases
• Knows and adheres to the safety procedures; Reports safety concerns to Packaging Manager.
• Before loading or cutting any product, check the labels on the container/truck and make sure they match the labels on your hopper/table(s).
• Interacts with electronic record keeping
• Perform other functions as necessary to provide an adequate supply of product to meet customers’ demands
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Report water quality related issues to the supervisor
• Able to setup, package, and maintain
• Knows and adheres to the rules of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Keep an inventory of production materials to ensure supply chain
• Provide feedback to improve process quality
• Some machine maintenance will be required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience working in regulated environment with automated or semi-automated equipment
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to count
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
• English and French languages are a plus.
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.
• Ability to enter data into electronic tracking systems like Excel or LeafLogix.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Additional Requirements:

The Processing Chain Worker at the American Beverage Company will work on  Fassa waters production assembly line. This includes extraction, packaging, inventory management duties and labeling. He/she will take care of the production of the products as well as their palletizing. This person will be part of a dynamic and passionate team within a fast-growing organization.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provides support to the operator in their daily tasks.
• Packing bottle in pallets and cases
• Replenish production equipment with raw materials.
• Palletization.
• Inspect raw product for contaminants
• Knows and adheres to the rules of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ensure products being handled are correct to plan
• Ensure that only a minimal amount of product falls on the floor.
• Occasionally use chemicals to wash down machinery.
• Keeps the work environment clean.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Fill in as needed in other departments or shifts.
• Report water quality related issues to the supervisor
• Report any concerns to your machine operator or lead.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), no prior experience necessary.
• Basic computer skills.
• English and French languages are a plus.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.
• Ability to count
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Ability to enter data into electronic tracking systems like Excel or LeafLogix

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, crouch and talk and hear.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods is common.
• Some heavy lifting may be required. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common manufacturing and packaging equipment. Must be comfortable operating and troubleshooting scientific and packaging equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.
• The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, temperatures vary from 40 to 100 degrees.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually mild to loud, some areas

Competencies:

• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly and efficiently
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Is consistently at work and on time.
• Strong sense of responsibility and Problem solving
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person.
• Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Capability of creating and maintaining healthy relationships in the workplace.
• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

American Beverage Company SARL. is a leading beverage company in Cameroon with headquarters in Idenau, Limbe. With a projected annual revenue in excess of 2.5 billion CFA, ABC is on track to hold leadership positions in premium mineral water in Cameroon. The Company maintains a formidable distribution network that enables its portfolio of more than 1500 owned, licensed and partners eager to make its brands available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages. We crafted an unrivaled and solid benefits for you: We value our people and they are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired, and appreciated at work. American Beverage Company Sarl, (ABC) is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. ABC recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or any other status protected by law EOE.

Additional Requirements:

Each Candidates must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen.