Analytical Chemist

Mercedes-Benz; East London; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in East London is seeking a qualified individual to oversee chemical analysis and ensure quality control in production materials. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science degree and possess 3-5 years of analytical chemistry experience. Responsibilities include conducting thorough analyses, maintaining laboratory standards, and supporting production with technical expertise. Competency in using analytical instruments and data analysis is essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Employee events

Health benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum NQF 7 Bachelor of Science (BSC) or relevant equivalent.
• 3-5 years analytical chemistry experience or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of automotive paint technology standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical analysis: Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Provide an accurate chemical analytical service for failure analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment according to good practices.

Skills

Chemical analysis

Data analysis

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Quality control

Analytical instruments operation

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Job Description

To ensure quality control requirements are met in a laboratory environment as per standards through timeous analytical method of analysis on production blends against a set specification.

To provide a specialist chemical laboratory function to ensure that quality of local components, production materials and processes conform to MBAG standards and to provide specialist chemical technical expertise to the MBSA plant and suppliers.

The Job Requirements

• Coordination of Lab resources to ensure customer demands are met effectively and efficiently.
• Conduct chemical analysis: Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses to determine the composition and behaviour of materials.
• Operate and maintain equipment: Utilize a wide range of specialized laboratory instruments and software to collect and analyse data.
• Method Development & Validation
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Quality Control & Compliance
• Flexibility to work on weekends for production support & maintenance
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function.
• People’s Principles as per LEAD.

Outputs

• Provide an accurate and timeous chemical analytical service to support failure analysis, problem-solving and continuous improvement measures. Support plant with chemical technical expertise.
• Responsible for providing an analytical service to monitor critical production processes to ensure business needs are met. Analyse data obtained through regular checks to support quality demands of the business and prevent non-conformance of product and processes. Responsible for record keeping of test results to ensure compliance to MBAG archiving requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in area of responsibility according to good laboratory practices and Quality Management System in order to maintain laboratory accreditation.
• Participate in evaluation and approval of hazardous chemicals proposed for usage at MBSA
• Responsible for ISIR material evaluation of localised parts and support local suppliers with technical expertise linked to the ISIR part approval process.
• Responsible for continuous improvement within area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with the Company's Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E.Q requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum NQF 7 Bachelor of Science (BSC) or relevant equivalent.
• 3-5 years analytical chemistry experience or relevant experience
• Analytical instruments / methods / Standards
• Automotive Product /Technical Knowledge
• Automotive paint technology standards
• QMS / ISIR /MBAG standards and systems

Benefits Mitarbeiterhandy möglich Gesundheitsmaßnahmen Mitarbeiterrabatte möglich Mitarbeiter Events

Closing date: February 6

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