Junior Laboratory Technician

SGS

  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Company DescriptionWe are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 89,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.Job DescriptionThe Junior Laboratory Technician shall be responsible for performing analytical tests on Chemical, Petroleum, Agricultural and other food related products. This is to determine whether a product conforms/does not conform to Client's specifications. The Junior Laboratory Technician will work and report test results under the close supervision of a Senior Laboratory Technician.
  • Perform analysis using approved and valid test methods e.g. ASTM, IP, AOCS, BP etc.
  • All analysis to be performed with the highest level of accuracy and precision.
  • To ensure that all analytical Equipment to be calibrated before use.
  • To ensure that all analytical solutions and reagents are standardized before use.
  • Maintain a calibration schedule for all analytical equipment.
  • Label all analytical equipment with unique identification numbers and calibration status.
  • Record calibration data accurately and in the correct documentation for traceability purposes.
  • Maintain records of all raw data and calculations for traceability purposes.
  • Ensure that all reference materials are valid and traceable to an approved Supplier.
  • To report immediately any deficiencies and malfunctions to the Laboratory Manager.
  • To report immediately any non conformances to the Laboratory Manager.
  • Rectify non conformances through corrective/preventative actions.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
  • Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
  • Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system
  • Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
QualificationsEducation
  • Minimum academic qualification is National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent.
Experience
  • Minimum 2 years testing experience in Petroleum / Chemical related industry. Subject to Managements discretion.
Competencies
  • Valid driver's license.

SGS

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