Company Description
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
Technical
- Analysing of all analytical samples for specific analysis using the correct procedures and/or methods.
- Technical accuracy of results is monitored, and remedial action is taken when necessary and data is recorded (Evaluation of analytical results).
- Update internal findings, improvement requests and keep minutes of internal meetings.
- Reports are generated detailing analytical results, and can include opinions and interpretations.
- Verifying of instruments.
- Assist with the maintenance of instruments and apparatus.
- Must have workable knowledge to calibrate and perform minor maintenance of laboratory and preparation equipment.
- Early identification of biases and QC issues and immediate communication of these to the Section Manager.
- Diagnose all suspect results and assist in rectifying the problem whether it is equipment or analytical.
- Address client complaints.
- Authorize and validate any new methods under the guidance of the Section Manager.
Administration
- Calculate test results as per standard format and/or procedures.
- Report results within the time frame specified.
- Report any apparatus or equipment which, to your knowledge, is not functioning correctly to the Section Manager.
- Transfer data from the instrument to SLIMS.
- All analytical data and calculations shall be made traceable and stored in the relevant files for that purpose.
- Recording and filing of all equipment records for Quality purposes.
- Sample disposal.
- Verify test results against control samples and charts.
- Re-analyse analysis samples when control results are not within the control charts limits.
General
- Assist with changing of gas cylinders and the maintenance of other equipment.
- Overseeing the cleaning of the laboratory and immediate working area.
- Ensure that quality procedures are complied with.
- Ensure compliance with the Laboratory Health and Safety Act.
- Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by the shift workload.
- Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary.
- Wait for the arrival of his / her relief at the end of the shift, to ensure smooth shift take over.
- Assist on any lower or above level when necessary.
- Assist with the training of new staff / operators on new methods and / or procedures.
- Participate and form part of Operational Integrity projects and campaigns.
- Apply Check status process and use the Stop Work Authority whenever the control of risks is not clearly established and understood.
- Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
Supervising
- Assist with the training on new methods and/or procedures.
- Control the time keeping on the shift.
- Plan leave in such a way that overtime is kept to a minimum.
- Check on daily staff attendance and address any problems timely and pro-actively.
- Ensure that there are sufficient staff members on shift.
Production
- Plan leave in such a way that overtime is kept to a minimum.
- Check on daily staff attendance and address any problems timely and pro-actively.
- Ensure that there are sufficient staff members on shift.
Qualifications
- National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.
- BTech Chemistry or BSc Chemistry will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory.
- Operational experience in a SANAS 17025 accredited facility.
- Experience in instrumentation, data collection and reporting.
- Supervisory experience would be an advantage.
- Fully acquainted with the SLIMS system (administration & operation).
Additional Information
- Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management System.
- Must be able to do troubleshooting on instruments and methods used.
- Must know how to verify calibration standards / quality control standards / verification / standards and Certified Reference Materials (CRMs).
- Managing Good Laboratory Practice.
- Assisting the Snr Chemist with preparation of SANAS audits and managing laboratory documentation.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities.
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Superb organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and handle several issues simultaneously.
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