Shift Chemist

Shift Chemist
Barberton Mpumalanga
SGS is the worlds leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Primary Responsibilities
The Shift Chemist will be responsible for all analysis of samples in the most accurate and productive way and timely as per relevant Test Method Instruction, assist the HOD in ensuring compliance with the SGS Laboratory Quality Manual as well as Health and Safety procedures.
Specific Responsibilities
Technical
Analyzing of all analytical samples for specific analysis using the correct procedures and / or methods.
Technical accuracy of results is monitored and remedial action is taken when necessary and data is recorded (Evaluation of analytical results)
Update internal findings, improvement request and keep minutes of internal meetings
Reports are generated detailing analytical results, and can include opinions and interpretations
Verifying of instruments.
Assist with the maintenance of instruments and apparatus.
Must have workable knowledge to calibrate and perform minor maintenance of laboratory and preparation equipment.
Early identification of biases and QC issues and immediate communication of these to the Section Manager
Diagnose all suspect results and assist in rectifying the problem whether it is equipment or analytical.
Administration
Calculate test results as per standard format and / or procedures.
Report results within the time frame specified.
Report any apparatus or equipment which, to your knowledge, is not functioning correctly to the Section Manager.
Calculate all test results in a standard format as per relevant Test Method Instruction for each workstation.
Transfer data from the instrument to LIMS
All analytical data and calculations shall be made traceable and stored in the relevant files for that purpose or LIMS.
Recording and filing of all equipment records for Quality purposes.
Sample disposal
Verify test results against control samples and charts.
Re-analyse analysis samples when control results are not within the control charts limits.
General
Assist with changing of gas cylinders.
Overseeing the cleaning of the laboratory and immediate working area.
Ensure that quality procedures are complied with.
Ensure compliance with the Laboratory Health and Safety Act.
Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by the shift workload.
Must be willing to work shifts
Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary.
Assist on any lower or above level when necessary
Supervisor skills and computer literacy would be advantages.
Assist with the training of new staff / operators on new methods and / or procedures.
Adhere to all quality and safety