Lab Attendant

Lab Attendant – QC Department (Herbal Ingredients Industry)Job Summary: Responsible for supporting the Quality Control (QC) team in daily laboratory operations, sample handling, cleanliness, and assisting analysts for testing of herbal raw materials, extracts, powders, oils, and finished products. Key Responsibilities:1. Sample Handling & PreparationCollect, label, and arrange raw material, in-process, and finished product samples. Assist in sample preparation (grinding, sieving, weighing). Maintain sample storage properly (retention samples, controlled samples). 2. Laboratory Support ActivitiesClean and maintain laboratory glassware, equipment, and workstations. Ensure availability of distilled/purified water for laboratory use. Prepare simple reagents/solutions as guided by QC Chemist/Officer. Maintain calibration weights, pipettes, and other basic tools. 3. DocumentationEnter sample details in logbooks/registers. Maintain cleanliness and 5S documentation of the lab. Assist in keeping chemical inventory records updated. 4. Safety & ComplianceFollow GMP, GLP, and safety protocols inside the laboratory. Proper handling and disposal of herbal residues, chemicals, and waste. Wear proper PPE and ensure housekeeping standards. 5. Support to QC AnalystsProvide support during routine tests: Moisture content Ash value Extractive value pH, density, organoleptic testing Basic wet chemistry tasks Bring materials/equipment from stores when needed. Required Skills:Basic knowledge of laboratory equipment (balances, oven, muffle furnace, glassware). Understanding of herbal raw materials (powders, roots, herbs, seeds). Ability to follow instructions accurately. Good housekeeping & hygiene practices. Basic computer entry skills (optional but preferred). Qualification & Experience:12th Pass / Diploma in Lab Technician / B.Sc. preferred. 0–2 years' experience in QC of herbal, ayurvedic, nutraceutical, or food industry.