Analytical Chemistry Intern: Hands-on Lab, QA & Compliance

SGS; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is recruiting a laboratory support professional in South Africa, relocating to Forzando if required. The role involves logging samples in SLIMS, performing analyses, printing labels, and ensuring correct sorting and labeling of specimens.

You will report results on time, follow all quality directives, and operate lab instruments within ISO17025 frameworks. Requirements include a BSc/BTech/ND Analytical Chemistry or equivalent, Grade 12 with Math and Science, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of analytical chemistry fundamentals and lab workflows.
• Basic familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling samples and data.

Responsibilities

• Log received samples into the SLIMS using client work orders.
• Analyze analytical samples using the prescribed procedures and methods.
• Print sample labels and ensure correct sorting before labeling and boxing.
• Report results within the specified time frame and follow quality directives.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and flag issues to the Chemist.
• Adhere to quality, health, safety rules and ISO17025 requirements.
• Record maintenance, calibration and verification of instruments.
• Assist with SANAS audits and monthly stock counts in the department.
• Maintain housekeeping and document data traceability in files or LIMS.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

BSc/ BTech/ National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

Grade 12 with Mathematics & Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

SGS is recruiting a laboratory support professional in South Africa, relocating to Forzando if required. The role involves logging samples in SLIMS, performing analyses, printing labels, and ensuring correct sorting and labeling of specimens.

You will report results on time, follow all quality directives, and operate lab instruments within ISO17025 frameworks. Requirements include a BSc/BTech/ND Analytical Chemistry or equivalent, Grade 12 with Math and Science, and strong MS Office skills.