Laboratory Analyst

2 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Engen Full time

Purpose of the Job:

  • To provide support in the form of laboratory analyses to the refinery to ensure that quality products are delivered to the customers

Who you are:

  • You have good problem solving and analytical thinking skills
  • You adhere to safe laboratory practices, chemical handling and disposal.
  • You have knowledge of proper sample collection procedures and techniques.
  • You are capable of conducting and supporting scientific investigations and experiments
  • You are able to plan, set up, and carry out controlled experiments and trials
  • You are able to analyze and interpret test results.
  • You are a good team player.
  • You have excellent communication skills.
  • You are meticulous with attention to detail

What you have done before:

  • Baseline:
  • Relevant Chemistry Diploma or Degree and at least 1 years experience.
  • Exceptional computer skills


Advantageous
  • A higher qualification in chemistry
  • SAP experience

Exciting Challenges:

  • Provide support to customer and ensure compliance of target times as per service level agreement
  • Operating specialized laboratory equipment
  • Skills development through performing of the various laboratory tasks
  • Prepare for laboratory audits and assist in closing out findings
  • Ensure compliance to all Engen mandatory policies and procedures by working with updated lab procedures & work instructions
  • Being involved in SAP changes

What you'll be doing:

Product Testing- Testing samples as per procedures and meeting service level agreements

  • Producing accurate and reliable results
  • Communication of results to the various customers


Expense Control
  • Preventative maintenance of equipment
  • Basic troubleshooting
  • Control breakages & chemical usage
Equipment management- Equipment usage and availability

  • Equipment needs identified, reported, and documented
  • First line troubleshooting


Quality Management
  • Compliance to data integrity, precision and accuracy requirements
  • Participation in proficiency testing programmes
  • Participation in the statistical quality control programme
  • Participation in training and skill competency reviews
  • Identification of deviations from the management system, procedures or laboratory activities
  • Staff Training and development
  • Coaching and development of other laboratory staff on laboratory practices and procedures


Quality Results
  • Ownership of manufacturing product right first time
  • Method Modification, development and validation of new methods


Laboratory Maintenance
  • Adhering to laboratory safety rules
  • Ensuring good housekeeping


Working hours
  • LOBP working hours apply
  • Working overtime as and when required
  • Working shifts as and when required

Additional Information:

Band:

GH

Location:
Durban

Job Advert Closing Date:
All job adverts close five days after date posted

Engen's approved Employment Equity plans and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Important Information:

  • The appointment will be made in line with Engen's Employment Equity Strategy.
  • Engen reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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