Laboratory Technician

1 week ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa SGS Full time R250 000 - R400 000 per year
Company Description

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure samples are prepared, processed and analyzed according to established methods and procedures in support of quality and management systems.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Performing tests

  • Accurate handling, storage, retention and disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures.
  • Preparation/supervising preparation of samples for analysis.
  • Performing routine analysis on samples according to standard methods and procedures.
  • Operate instruments according to specified procedures
  • Maintain records indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures.
  • Ensure good laboratory practices are followed – do not mess on any apparatus or instrument and if it should happen, clean up spills immediately before continuing.
  • Ensure good laboratory practices are followed.
  • Adhere to competency training program, keep competencies up to date.
  • Assist in sections when and if so communicated; doing task and analysis you have been declared competent for.
  • Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

Planning of tests and evaluation of results under supervision

  • Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received
  • Ensure customer service requirements for testing/analysis are met.
  • Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
  • Evaluate results against quality control specifications
  • Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.

Quality System

  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system
  • Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures
  • Accurately record results on QC charts
  • Evaluate results and report any deviation from quality control norms immediately
  • Record keeping of all control and reference sample results
  • Adhere to competency training program
  • Take part in Proficiency testing and submit results timeously
  • Investigate non conformances, customer complaints, Improvement requests.

Reporting opinions and interpretations under supervision

  • Documenting of all relevant sample information.
  • Report all results on SLIMS and / or designated worksheets.
  • Calculation and record keeping of all analytical results
  • Adhere to ISO 17025 requirements in terms of record keeping and traceability.

Method modification and development under supervision

  • Perform analysis and report results required for method and instrument validation.
  • Report shortcomings and deviations and perform communicated actions to implement and improve new and existing methods and procedures

Method validation under supervision

  • Ensure the execution and finalization of method validation and associated work as they arise

Health & Safety System

  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
  • Actively participate in safety related activities.
  • Always wear appropriate protective clothing.
  • Adhere to all relevant HSE procedures and protocols.
  • Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS.
  • Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
  • Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas

Managerial duties

  • Support operations and contribute to positive staff morale

Specific Authorities

  • Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and take action to address the hazard.
  • Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
  • Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
Qualifications

Education

  • Appropriate tertiary qualification or part there of or Grade 12 certificate with experience in duties described above
  • Qualification in Chemistry, Food Technology (National Diploma or B Sc.)

Experience

  • Appropriate tertiary qualification or part there of or Grade 12 certificate with experience in duties described above
  • Qualification in Chemistry, Food Technology (National Diploma or B Sc.)

Competencies

  • Must not be colour blind
  • Systematic
  • Thorough
  • Attention to detail
  • Accurate
  • Teamwork
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.



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