Laboratory Assistant

SGS; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS in South Africa seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform routine analytical techniques and support daily lab operations. You will classify and label samples, prepare specimens, and operate instruments while maintaining safety and documentation.

Adherence to procedures, accuracy, teamwork, and proper glassware handling are essential; reading and writing skills and Grade 12 qualification are required.

Qualifications

• Must not be colour blind.
• Systematic approach to tasks.
• Thorough and accurate work ethic.
• Teamwork and collaboration within the lab.
• Read and write proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Classify and label samples.
• Prepare samples for testing using laboratory equipment.
• Follow approved methodologies for routine tasks.
• Comply with procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines.
• Perform daily quality control checks and document results.
• Maintain work area and equipment and provide administrative assistance.
• Adhere to safety procedures and wear protective clothing.
• Operate instruments according to procedures.
• Record maintenance and QC data as required.
• Keep glassware clean, organized and properly handled.
• Plan duties according to sample volume and inventory levels.
• Monitor stock levels of chemicals and consumables.

Skills

Colour vision check

Systematic

Thorough

Accurate

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12

Job description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform routine analytical techniques related to the established Laboratory procedures.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Classify and label samples.
• Prepare samples for testing using various laboratory equipment.
• Follow methodologies in carrying out routine tasks
• Comply with correct procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines
• Perform daily quality control checks
• Document all activities and record results
• Maintain work area and equipment
• Provide administrative assistance

Handling of glassware

• Ensure prompt and efficient handling of glassware.
• Ensure accurate handling of glassware according to prescribed procedure
• Operate instruments according to specified procedures
• If required, maintain records indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures
• Ensure good laboratory practices are followed - do not mess on any apparatus or instrument and if it should happen, clean up spills immediately before continuing.
• Always wear the necessary protective clothing
• Adhere to all relevant safety procedures and protocols.
• Adhere to competency training program.
• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy

Planning of duties

• Plan activities according to volume or quantities received.
• Monitor stock levels of required chemicals or consumables. Report to management if levels are low.
• Adhere to turn around timeframes

Quality & Health & Safety System

• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Actively participate in safety related activities.
• Always wear appropriate protective clothing.
• Adhere to all relevant HSE procedures and protocols.
• Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS.
• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
• Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas
• Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.
• Record keeping of all control and reference sample results.

Specific Authorities

• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and take action to address the hazard.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Grade 12
• Must be able to read and write

Experience

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must not be colour blind
• Systematic
• Thorough
• Accurate
• Teamwork

Additional Information

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