Laboratory Technician - Water Lab

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting agency is seeking a Laboratory Technician in South Africa, Wes-Kaap. The role involves processing and analyzing samples, ensuring adherence to quality control standards, and maintaining laboratory safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, a Grade 12 education, and strong attention to detail. This position emphasizes teamwork and accuracy in laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure samples are processed and analyzed according to established methods.
• Accurately register, store, retention, and disposal of samples.
• Evaluate results and report any deviations from quality control norms.
• Maintain log-books and worksheets of maintenance and quality control measures.
• Perform health and safety inspections in designated areas.

Skills

Systematic

Thorough

Attention to detail

Accurate

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12

2 years working in ISO 17025 accreditation lab

Job description

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure samples are processed and analyzed according to established methods and procedures in support of the quality and management systems.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Performing tests

• Accurate registration, storage, retention, and disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures.
• Performing routine tests on samples according to standard methods and procedures.
• Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures.

Accurately record results on QC charts and designated worksheets.

Evaluate results and report any deviations from quality control norms immediately.

Assist in sections when communicated doing tasks and analysis you have been declared competent for – duties with regards to accredited analysis must receive priority over non-accredited work.

Operate instruments according to specified procedures.

Maintain log-books and worksheets 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.

Be aware of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS.

Adhere to the competency training program.

Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.

Follow all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.

Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct line manager.

Planning of tests and evaluation of results

• Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received.
• Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
• Adhere to sample turnaround timeframes.
• Evaluate results against quality control sample results.

Reporting opinions and interpretations

• Report all results on appropriate and designated worksheets and systems.
• Calculate and record all analytical results and reports.

Method modification, development, and validation of new methods

• Perform analysis and report results required for method and instrument validation.
• Report shortcomings and deviations and perform communicated actions to implement and improve new and existing methods and procedures.

Quality System

• Perform health and safety inspections in designated areas.
• Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.
• Statistical calculation and record keeping of all control and reference sample results.

Managerial Duties

• Support operations and contribute to a positive staff morale in the section.

SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES

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

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12
• 2 years working in ISO 17025 accreditation lab

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years relevant laboratory experience

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Systematic
• Thorough
• Attention to detail
• Accurate
• Teamwork