Technician - Hillside

SGS; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled laboratory technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring timely analysis and maintaining optimal stock levels in the lab. Your expertise in analytical chemistry and familiarity with laboratory quality management systems will be crucial in driving compliance and efficiency. You will work with advanced equipment, perform maintenance, and contribute to a clean and safe working environment. If you are passionate about quality and integrity in laboratory practices, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in analytical chemistry or related field.
• Competent in using LIMS and understanding laboratory quality systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and interpret data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timely analysis and maintain optimal lab stock levels.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality management systems.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Data Interpretation

Troubleshooting

LIMS System

Housekeeping

Education

B.Sc. degree in Analytical Chemistry

N3 Certificate

Matriculation with Mathematics and Science

Tools

XRD Equipment

OES Equipment

Leco Equipment

Mastersizer

XRF Equipment

Sample Preparation Equipment

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 89,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• To ensure that analysis is conducted timeously.
• To ensure that sufficient stocks of all items for the optimal functioning of the laboratory are available at all times.
• To report any infringements or non-compliance by any other laboratory staff member with respect to work allocated, punctuality, or any other misdemeanor to the Manager or to his delegated person.
• Perform the (weighing, drying, crushing, milling, screening & screen checks exactly as per relevant Competence Modules set.
• Ensure punctuality at all times.
• Ensure customer requirements are achieved with regard to the turnaround time commitments.
• Report daily production figures to the Manager or to his delegated person and also bona fide explanations for targets not met.
• Follow Manager or his delegated person clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing the duties.
• Perform housekeeping to ensure that the work areas and surrounding environment is kept clean at all times.
• Verification of XRD, OES, Leco, Mastersizer, all Carbon and XRF equipment using relevant QC samples, enter results on SPCLight and monitor trends.
• Perform first line SPC trends trouble-shooting. If problems arise, escalate to the Manager or his delegated person.
• Perform the first line maintenance of XRD, OES, Leco, Mastersizer, XRF, Carbon equipment, Sample Preparation equipment (Cast iron machine, Milling Machines, Balances, Furnaces, Ovens, etc) as per schedule/checklists and keeping such documents up to date.
• Complies and conforms to Laboratory Quality Management System
• Must know how to prepare and verify calibration standards and quality control standards.
• Must be able to troubleshoot.
• Must be willing to work overtime/flexible hours when necessary.
• Assist in the monthly stock counts within the department.
• Must be flexible and competent to work in Spectro, Powders, Carbon, and Environmental Sections of the Laboratory
• Competent in the use of LIMS/MES
• Must be able to interpret data
• Ensure compliance with SGS Health and Safety Act
• Adhere to SGS general safety rules and rules of contact
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
• Housekeeping up to standard at all times
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
• Perform Abatement Plant sampling and analyses by using the relevant environmental sampling equipment and lab equipment.
  

Qualifications

Education

• B.Sc. degree or relevant diploma in Analytical Chemistry
• N3 Certificate
• Matriculation, with Mathematics and Science
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in related industry
• Able to communicate, read and write in English
  
  

Competencies

• Must have full understanding of the LIMS system
• Knowledge of the Laboratory Quality Management System