Laboratory Analyst

PZ Cussons plc; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PZ Cussons plc is seeking a chemist with strong laboratory skills and GMP knowledge to support QA activities in the Makkah region. The role involves reagent preparation, equipment calibration, and ensuring accurate documentation of test results to uphold quality standards.

Responsibilities include routine QC tasks, weekly physiochemical evaluations, and timely completion of reports. The candidate should be able to follow SOPs, collaborate with QA staff, and manage time effectively in a

Qualifications

• Background in physical science with analytical capability.
• Familiar with GMP/QA procedures and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and deliver results in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents and standardize as needed.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Attend to tasks assigned by Q.C. Supervisor and QA Manager; raise work orders.
• Conduct weekly physiochemical evaluations of Semi & Finished Goods.
• Ensure proper documentation and logging of all tests and results.
• OTIF of all summary reports and maintain data accessibility and integrity.

Skills

Laboratory analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Time management skills

Education

B.Sc., HND or OND in Physical Science

Job description

Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities & Decision Making

List the main areas of responsibility. Think about what technical tasks the role covers and how much accountability it has when making decisions about strategy, budgets, and people. Typically, 5 - 8, written in order of importance.

Key AccountabilityTypical Activity / Output% of Time (Optional)e.g. Strategic Planning / Operational Delivery / Team Leadership

Develop annual business plans aligned to regional growth objectives / Manage daily operations ensuring quality, safety and efficiency / Coach and develop team members to build capability and engagement20%

Dimensions:Return on InvestmentCustomer SatisfactionTurn Around TimeStrategic Alliances with different institutionsShift coordination / supervisionCalibration of equipment.Analysis of % concentration &SG of Concentrated HCl.Reagent preparation and standardization.Reagent/ stationery request.Bulk liquid Analysis.Ensure proper documentation.Preparation of daily, weekly &monthly summariesAttend to jobs assigned by Q.C. Supervisor, and QA manager.Raising of work orders.Assist in special analysis.Weekly physiochemical evaluation of Semi &Finished Goods.undefined

Principal Accountabilities

The key outputs of the job List in priority order, if possible, typically 8-10NOT a task listAny requirement for organizing &planning including own work and the allocation of resourcesTypical decisions made and if they are advisory or directly responsible for the outcomeEnsure conclusion &documentation of subordinates’ daily tasks using SOPs.Availabilityof calibrated data for all key measuring equipment and equipment efficiency and reliability when verified.OTIF of all analyses. Reliable, authorized and effective documentation of results.Reagent preparation should be done on or before 70% consumption of current stock in use (must never be at zero stock level).Reagents’ Buffer stock update must be current and escalated when stock is 30% of buffer stock level. Same for stationery.Min of three bulk liquid tallow tanker results to be released before 11am daily, if vehicle registration begins by 9am.All data, results and information of tests/activities must be accessible, retrievable, readable, clear, without mutilations, signed as appropriate and stored in the right logs/files and file/logbook position.OTIF of all summary reports (weekly review to be ready on or before 7am Monday of proceeding week).

Key Attributes

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH &SAFETY (OH&S)To be aware of the hazards in the workplace within his control, and the control measures to reduce the risk associated with those hazards.Achieve 85% of action closure arising from monthly HSE inspection.Achieve 95% compliance with behaviour-based safety (BBS) walk around.Train 65% of the workforce on safety awareness.

ENVIROMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) OBJECTIVES

ENVIROMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) OBJECTIVESKey Activities:Understand roles and responsibilities and the importance of conformity with the EMS requirements.Implements and complies with EMS requirements relating to environmental aspects and impacts and other policies, procedures and /or regulations applicable to assigned jobs.

QUALITY AND PLAN COMPLIANCE DELIVERY: GMP

GMPQUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS) OBJECTIVES: (QMS)Key Activities:Ensure that manufacturing operation meets stipulated GMPKey Accountability:To have a good knowledge of GMP requirements and application on site in line with GMP standard (PZC GMP standard/NAFDAC requirements)Key Accountability:To ensure the effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS) and improve on the system.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

To work with other staff continually to improve performance while adhering to legislative and company standards.To work closely as a team with the line manager and other leaders as to deliver set objectivesundefined

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Outline the background and capabilities required to perform effectively. Describe the level of knowledge required (e.g. basic operational, advanced functional, cross-functional, strategicEducation / Qualifications:(e.g. Degree level, Certifications etc.)

Required Qualifications

B.Sc., HND or OND in Physical Science: Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, other related Laboratory Science courses, and Chemical Engineering.Basic operational Software Knowledge in Computer.Good Understanding of GMP (ISO 22716:2007) and QMS (ISO 9001:2015) standards.

Required Experience

Minimum of 1 year work experience in a similar position.Ability to work longer hours as the work may demand.undefined

Technical and Professional Skills

Laboratory Analytical skillsProblem solving skillsEffective time management skills.undefined

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