Lab Assistant: Initiating Systems

Omnia Holdings; Merafong City Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading explosives manufacturer is seeking a Quality Control Assistant to support pre-release QC sampling and testing of detonators. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 qualification and at least one year of experience in Quality Control and laboratory environments. Responsibilities include testing detonators, maintaining laboratory cleanliness, and ensuring safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• 1 year demonstrated experience in Quality Control sampling and confirmation testing of detonators in a production environment.
• 1 year demonstrated experience in Laboratory environment.
• 1 year demonstrated experience in explosives production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily pre-release QC sampling.
• Perform confirmation testing of detonators and assemblies.
• Capture and analyze video data.

Skills

Quality Control sampling

Laboratory testing

Explosives production

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

This position will assist with the daily pre-release QC sampling and confirmation testing of detonators. The position will also on an ad hoc basis assist with detonator destruction, testing of emulsion explosives and other laboratory test work as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent

Experience

• 1 year demonstrated experience in Quality Control sampling and confirmation testing of detonators in a production environment
• 1 year demonstrated experience in Laboratory environment
• 1 year demonstrated experience in explosives production environment

Duties

• To assist in the daily pre-release QC sampling
• Confirmation testing of detonators and detonator assemblies; administration of test data
• Video capturing and analyses
• Good housekeeping and cleaning of laboratory actions
• Adherence to minimum safety standards and procedures

Job Competencies

Job Knowledge

• Working knowledge of production and quality control principles. (E)
• Computer Literacy (Excel) (E)
• Proven written and verbal communication skills (D)

Job Related Skills

• Physically fit and energetic with sober habits.
• Hands-on experience in explosives testing techniques would be advantageous