Chemistry Laboratory Assistant

2 months ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa SGS Full time
Job Description

As a Chemistry Laboratory Assistant at SGS, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of laboratory results. Your primary responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities
  • Logging received samples into the SLIMS using work orders from clients.
  • Analyzing analytical samples using the correct procedures and/or methods.
  • Printing sample labels.
  • Ensuring samples are sorted correctly before labeling and boxing.
  • Reporting results within the specified time frame.
  • Following all quality directives of the Department.
  • Operating laboratory instrumentation.
  • Bringing problems to the attention of the Chemist.
  • Adhering to quality, health, and safety rules and regulations.
  • Maintaining housekeeping in receiving/working areas.
  • Complying with the Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO17025).
  • Assisting with SANAS audits.
  • Recording day-to-day repairs, maintenance, calibration, and verification of instruments.
  • Storing analytical data and calculations in relevant files or LIMS.
  • Working in other areas and/or Divisions as required.
  • Following Supervisors' instructions and demonstrating flexibility.
  • Performing other reasonable tasks assigned by direct line managers.
  • Adhering to Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements of the SGS OI Management System, country legislation, Rules for Life, local legal requirements, and laws.
  • Complying with QHSE, Global, and country policies of SGS.
  • Participating in Operational Integrity projects and campaigns.
  • Reporting Health, Safety, and Environmental hazards, incidents/accidents, and near misses.
  • Applying the Check status process and using the Stop Work Authority.
  • Observing and reporting faulty/nonfunctioning apparatus or equipment and deviations from process/protocols/procedures/work instructions.
  • Assisting in investigations.
  • Ensuring proper procedures/Working instructions are followed.
  • Assisting with employee training where required.
  • Maintaining good housekeeping practices in all work areas.
  • Participating in HSE Procedures/Working instructions, Integrity, Safe Talks, Toolbox talks, etc. training.
  • Assisting in monthly stock counts within the department.


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