XRF Operator

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Operator will be expected to maintain a functional, efficient, and clean laboratory environment following all safety, quality and production guidelines and practices. Daily expectations include: sample preparation, ensuring quality test data, running samples using lab equipment, troubleshooting and maintaining lab equipment. Additional responsibilities include managing laboratory inventories and continuous improvement of sampling program in order to meet product specifications.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow laboratory and safety procedures at all times Prepare samples for XRF analysis. Ensure turnaround time is adhered to at all times, for work specified in regard to XRF analysis. Regularly ensure quality of testing data Complies and conforms to the Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO17025) Conduct chemical and/or other analyses for samples using lab equipment and following specific lab procedures. Fully acquainted with LIMS system Aid in troubleshooting and maintaining lab equipment schedules. Aid in keeping lab clean and efficient as possible. Aid in managing supplies and material inventory. Continue to create a safety culture and manage policies that meet expectations. Self-starter yet takes orders as directed. Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by line manager. Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by shift workload.  Responsible in recording any day-to-day repairs, maintenance and verification of instruments. Must be willing to work overtime when necessary.

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

Any person has the right to refuse to perform work that may damage the environment in an imminent and serious way and to report such a situation. The employee has the responsibility to protect the environment as well. Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection. Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action. Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified. Address client complaints.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum Grade 12/Matric or N3 with Mathematics and Science 5 years laboratory experience

Experience

On the job training will be provided as well as formal training Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Required Skills

Mastery in technical knowledge of analytical processes  Able to work with technical and management staff. Able to coordinate and motivate a team towards a common goal. Energy to motivate a team to always deliver results. Able to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously. Good communication and interpersonal skills Has extensive knowledge of international standards and specifications used by the industry. Is innovative with a systematic approach for problem solving. Acts quickly and decisively; able to make tough calls. Holds self and others accountable. Works well under pressure. Challenges the status quo. Fluent English

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