Analytical Chemistry Lab Technician – Automotive

Boardroom Appointments; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an analytical chemist with a strong background in chemical and physical analysis. The role involves testing materials, maintaining lab equipment, and collecting samples for NMU testing, with emphasis on lead alloys and battery materials.

The ideal candidate should have a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or a BSc in Analytical Chemistry, plus at least 2 years in an automotive lab environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma in analytical chemistry is required.
• Knowledge of ISO9001/ISO14001 and IATF16949 preferred.
• BSc in Analytical Chemistry advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years' automotive lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry chemical and physical analysis of materials.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Collect samples for testing as per lab procedures and work instructions.
• Test and evaluate lead and lead alloys by wet chemical methods, instrument techniques and physical testing.
• Test and evaluate water, incoming and diluted acid from the Plant.
• Test and evaluate raw materials (e.g., paste additive, paper, label separator, flux chemicals).
• Requalification of products testing as per customer requirements.
• Analyze failure modes on test cells and batteries; interpret reports.

Skills

ISO9001 familiarity

ISO14001 familiarity

IATF16949 familiarity

Education

National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

BSc Degree in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

ICP

Spectrometer

Job description

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an analytical chemist with a strong background in chemical and physical analysis. The role involves testing materials, maintaining lab equipment, and collecting samples for NMU testing, with emphasis on lead alloys and battery materials.

The ideal candidate should have a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or a BSc in Analytical Chemistry, plus at least 2 years in an automotive lab environment.