Sample Preparer

3 weeks ago

Rustenburg, South Africa Alfred H Knight Group Full time

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for 4 Sample Preparers to join the team in Rustenburg. Your role will involve effectively preparing all received samples timeously as per Sample Preparations procedures to ensure a high degree of precision and accuracy is achieved from subsequent analytical procedures whilst complying with all SHEQ procedures.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Competencies
- Ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Good timekeeping and Attention to detail.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform duties under pressure.
- Good understanding of sample preparation processes.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office.
- Good customer service skills.
- Honest, Sober Habits, Adaptable and Flexibility.
- Must have good housekeeping skills.
- Strict adherence to health and safety procedures.
- Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of ISO17025 requirements.
- No criminal record.

Required Qualifications
- Grade 12 (With Maths & Science)

Required work experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in Sample Preparation in Laboratory environment. (Advantageous).

**Responsibilities**:

- Receiving, Identification and registration of samples immediately per client sample submission request in a traceable manner
- Preparation of all samples for chemical/fire assay analyses including filtration, screening, drying, mixing, dividing/splitting, crushing, milling samples as per Standard Operating Procedures
- Advising the Supervisor of any equipment breakdown, flawed supplies or sub-standard samples relating to preparation
- Mixing and dividing bulk samples as per instructions by the Supervisor
- Carrying out moisture and percent solids determinations as per client request
- Carrying out wet or dry screening including processing samples requiring assay by size or for microscope analysis
- Safe operation of sample preparation equipment such as filter press, drying ovens, crushers, rotary/riffle splitters, swing mill, balances and subsequent verifications and or efficiency testing
- Handling and safe storage of retention samples for customers
- Reporting any incidents on shift to the Shift Supervisor within 12hours of the incident
- Ensuring the confidentiality of all test items at all times
- Assisting with performing instrument checks, balance verifications and recording all relevant data and faulty equipment being brought to the attention of the Shift Supervisor
- Perform assigned additional tasks according to established priorities and procedures
- Ensuring that all laboratory work areas and work stations are kept clean and tidy and samples are stored as per procedure
- Assisting with the maintaining of records and laboratory data such that work is clearly and easily auditable and traceable
- Alerting the Shift Supervisor of low stock levels or specialised materials formally before stock levels dry up
- Maintain a professional standard and appearance during working hours and while representing the company
- Always wear approved and supplied PPE during hours of operation or when performing duties
- Ensuring that the Company’s SHEQ policy and procedure are adhered to in areas under the post holder’s control.
- Observing and complying with operational requirements and safety regulations applicable to his / her work area. Non-compliance will be considered to be serious misconduct, and the Employer is hereby indemnified by the Employee towards any liability resulting from an injury or illness as a result of non-compliance with safety measures.
- Carrying out other ad hoc duties as may be requested by the Sample Preparation and Fire Assay Supervisor from time to time.

**BENEFITS**:
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match

CLOSING DATE: 24 April 2024

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