Company Description SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description - Log received samples into the SLIMS using work orders from the client.
- Analyze all analytical samples using the correct procedures and/or methods.
- Print sample labels.
- Ensure samples are sorted correctly before labeling and boxing.
- Report results within the specified time frame.
- Follow all quality directives of the Department.
- Operate laboratory instrumentation.
- Bring all technical and managerial problems to the attention of the Chemist.
- Adhere to all quality, health and safety rules and regulations.
- Maintain housekeeping in the receiving/working areas.
- Comply with the Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO17025).
- Assist with the preparation of SANAS audits.
- Record day-to-day repairs, maintenance, calibration, and verification of instruments.
- Ensure all analytical data and calculations are traceable and stored in relevant files or LIMS.
- Work in other areas and/or Divisions if requested.
- Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
- Follow Supervisor's clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing duties.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct line manager.
- Adhere to Health, Safety and Environmental requirements of the SGS OI Management System, country legislation, and local laws.
- Comply with QHSE, Global and country policies of SGS.
- Participate in Operational Integrity projects and campaigns.
- Report Health, Safety and Environmental hazards, incidents/accidents, and near misses to the Supervisor/SHE Representative/Location Manager/OI Site Coordinator.
- Apply Check status process and use the Stop Work Authority whenever risks are not clearly established and understood.
- Observe and report any faulty/nonfunctioning apparatus or deviations from processes/protocols/procedures/work instructions to the Supervisor/Location Manager.
- Assist in investigations.
- Ensure all proper procedures/working instructions are followed.
- Assist with training of employees where required.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices in all work areas.
- Participate in all HSE Procedures/Working instructions, Integrity, Safe Talks, Toolbox talks, etc. training.
- Assist in the monthly stock counts within the department.
Qualifications - BSc, BTech or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or proven years of laboratory knowledge, skills, and experience sufficient to be recognized through Recognition of Prior Learning.
- Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Science as subjects.
Additional Information - Be a South African citizen (able to produce a valid South African ID document).
- Be between the ages of 18-30.
- Must be currently unemployed.
- Must have no criminal record.
- Must be willing to relocate to Richards Bay.
- Exceptional Computer Literacy (use of MS Office suite – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Interest in skills development and relevant legislation.
- E-Learning Skills.
- Facilitation skills.
- Strong research skills.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in completing tasks.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with a high level of initiative.
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