Lab Assistant

Job Description for Lab Assistant - Milk Quality Testing (BMC Level) Job Title: Lab Assistant - Milk Quality Testing Location: Bulk Milk Cooling (BMC) Center - Wanaparthy, Kosgi, Kalyandurg, Papireddyguda, Mallareddyguda, Pamulapadu, Halbarga. Role Objective: To ensure the quality and safety of milk at the BMC level by conducting quality checks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Key Responsibilities: 1. Milk Quality Testing: o Perform daily tests, including Fat, SNF, MBRT, adulteration, preservatives and antibiotic checks. o Maintain accuracy and consistency in quality assessments. 2. Data Management: o Record milk quality parameters and testing results systematically. o Prepare and submit reports to the BMC In charge as per requirements. 3. Equipment Operation and Maintenance: o Operate and maintain testing equipment like lactometers, Ekomilk analyzers, etc. o Regularly calibrate tools to ensure accurate results. 4. Hygiene Standards: o Ensure the lab area, equipment, and BMC are kept clean and sanitized. o Adhere to best practices for milk handling and quality assurance. 5. Farmer Coordination: o Interact with farmers to explain milk quality parameters. o Provide feedback to farmers on improving milk quality and storage practices. 6. Compliance and SOP Adherence: o Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing and storage. o Comply with all regulatory and organizational guidelines for milk quality. Qualifications: Educational Background: Diploma in Dairy/Food Technology, B.Sc. in Chemistry is preferred or any graduation. Experience: Prior experience in milk testing or laboratory work preferred, but not mandatory. Technical Skills: o Familiarity with milk testing techniques and equipment. o Knowledge of dairy safety standards and protocols. Skills and Attributes: o Strong analytical and observational skills. o Proficiency in maintaining documentation. o Effective communication skills in the local language. o Attention to detail and commitment to quality. Working Conditions: o Environment: Work primarily at the BMC, managing milk from collection to storage. o Timings: Must be available during milk procurement hours. Compensation: 15,000 - 18000 In-hand with Accommodation, ESI & PF Benefits Note: The candidate should be willing to work in rural setups and travel locally if required