Sample Preparation Coordinator

SGS; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory services provider in Cape Town is seeking an experienced individual for the Sample Preparation role. Responsibilities include collecting and preparing samples, ensuring compliance with quality management systems, and maintaining laboratory instruments. Ideal candidates will have a Matric with Mathematics and Science and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the sample preparation environment, along with strong adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in the sample preparation environment.
• Full knowledge of sample preparation techniques.
• Must comply with ISO17025 and SANAS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sample preparation processes.
• Collect and prepare samples as per client’s instructions.
• Ensure cleanliness of work areas and compliance with safety policies.

Skills

Sample preparation techniques

Compliance with QHSE policies

Laboratory maintenance

Education

Minimum Matric with Mathematics and Science

Job description

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

Perform routine sample preparation processes related to the established Sample preparation procedure.

Specific Responsibilities

• Collecting of samples from Sample Receiving area.
• Perform the sorting, weighing, drying and crushing of samples as required by the client’s instructions.
• Perform the splitting, pulverizing and packing of samples in the correct order to avoid swapping.
• Oversee particle size analyses process and do daily screen checks.
• Follow immediate superior’s clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing the duties.
• Assist in the housekeeping to ensure that the work areas and surrounding environment is kept clean at all times.
• Comply and conform to the QHSE policy of the company.
• Must comply and conform to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS).
• Assist with the maintenance of the laboratory instruments and apparatus.
• Must have an understanding of the LIMS.
• Training new laboratory employees within sample preparation department.
• Provide a daily detailed production report.
• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.
• Schedule the day-to-day production work and ensuring that the planned work is completed within the specified time frame.
• Oversees Sample tracking, storage and discarding of sample rejects.
• Assist with the monthly stock count and maintenance of the correct consumable stock.
• Assist in the investigation of any irregularities within the Sample Preparation process including the Improvement requests and client’s complaints.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

Specific Authorities

• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
• Report any faulty and / or nonfunctioning apparatus or equipment to the immediate superior.
• Each staff member has the authority to cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard and / or work that may affect the quality or integrity of test results.
• Any person has the right to refuse to perform work that may damage the environment in an imminent and serious way and to report such a situation. The employee has the responsibility to protect the environment as well.
• 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 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.

Compliance & Authority

• Compliant with all SGS QOH&S and HR policies and procedures
• Granted sufficient authority to achieve the given responsibilities as per relevant SGS Authority policies
• Responsible for the daily safety and health of employees on behalf of SGS upper management and for raising issues with SGS upper management where required
• Keep up to date on SGS inspection policies and procedures. Apply the necessary policy to all inspections to avoid misunderstandings during inspections
• Adhere to all QHSE requirements of the SGS management systems.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum Matric with Mathematics and Science

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in the sample preparation environment.

Competencies

• Full knowledge of sample preparation techniques