The MJF Group is a vertically integrated business with a strong foundation in the tea industry, spanning tea growing, manufacturing, branding, and marketing. As home to the world-renowned Dilmah brand, the Group has established itself as a leading international player with a diversified portfolio that extends beyond tea into hospitality, leisure, and other dynamic business sectors. Guided by a commitment to quality, authenticity, and purpose, the Group continues to expand its global presence across multiple industries. We now invite applications from dynamic and high-calibre professionals to join Sri Lanka’s leading international brand for the following position.

We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented individual to join the Food Technology department as a Laboratory Executive. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical knowledge in chemical analysis and chemistry, together with sound analytical and problem-solving skills. The selected candidate will play a key role in supporting laboratory operations by ensuring accurate testing, quality compliance, and timely reporting of analytical results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct chemical analysis of tea, tea-based products, spices, herbs, and water samples.
• Ensure accurate testing, recording, and reporting of analytical results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and testing standards.
• Support quality assurance, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Assist in calibration validation, and continuous improvement activities.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Degree in Science / Applied Sciences with Chemistry as a major subject.
• Prior experience in a chemical laboratory will be considered an advantage.
• Knowledge or experience in ISO/IEC 17025 standards will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high quality and safety standards.