Technician

SGS; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in testing and certification is seeking a Technician to handle analytical operations and data validation in a SANAS accredited facility. The ideal candidate will possess a B.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry and a strong background in laboratory practices. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with quality standards, conducting various analyses, and assisting in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an accredited facility.
• Experience with LIMS administration and instrumentation relevant to the lab.
• Operational experience in data collection and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Record and validate instrumentation data for specific jobs.
• Conduct analyses accurately and assist with method validations.
• Ensure quality control and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Proficient in LIMS use

Ability to troubleshoot instruments and methods

Knowledge of verifying calibration standards

Practice Good Laboratory Practice

Education

B.Sc. degree in Analytical Chemistry

Matriculation with Mathematics and Science subjects

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity, our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Outline the responsibilities and authorities of the Technician concerning post requirements for managerial, technical, and key support personnel.

Specific Responsibilities

• Record, evaluate, and validate instrumentation data for specific jobs (LECO, XRD, XRF, OES & Wet Chem).
• Complete tasks within allocated timeframes and plan work for operators to meet overall laboratory service goals.
• Perform routine and non-routine analytical operations on specific instrumentation as required.
• Ensure turnaround times are consistently adhered to for analysis work.
• Conduct all analyses accurately.
• Assist in validating new methods or modifications under the guidance of senior instrumentation staff.
• Report technical and managerial problems to senior staff.
• Adhere to quality protocols required for accreditation of instrumentation chemical analysis.
• Follow all quality, health, and safety regulations.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the working area.
• Conform to Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO17025).
• Record repairs, maintenance, calibration, and verification activities for instruments.
• Use correct consumables and chemicals for analysis.
• Work in other areas of the laboratory or divisions as needed.
• Follow all SGS quality and safety policies.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the line manager.

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

• Cease use of equipment that may pose safety hazards or enter hazardous environments without proper knowledge and protection, reporting any issues to higher authorities.
• Stop work that may compromise service quality and report to higher authorities.
• Initiate formal improvement requests when deviations, potential improvements, or nonconformities are identified.

Qualifications

Education

• Matriculation with Mathematics and Science subjects.
• B.Sc. degree or relevant diploma in Analytical Chemistry.

Experience

• Operational experience in a SANAS 17025 accredited facility.
• Experience with LIMS administration and operation.
• Experience in instrumentation, data collection, and reporting.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Proficient in LIMS use.
• Ability to troubleshoot instruments and methods.
• Knowledge of verifying calibration standards, quality control standards, verification standards, and Certified Reference Materials (CRM).
• Practice Good Laboratory Practice.
• Assist Chemists with SANAS audits and laboratory documentation.