Laboratory Technician AFL at SGS

Job Description

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

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

RESPONISIBILITIES

• Performing tests
• Accurate registration, storage, retention and disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures.
• Preparation/supervising preparation of samples for analysis.
• Performing routine tests on samples according to standard methods and procedures.
• Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures
• Accurately record results on QC charts and designated worksheets
• Under supervision, evaluate results and report any deviations from quality control norms immediately
• Assist in sections when and if so communicated; doing tasks and analysis you have been declared competent for. Duties with regards to accredited analysis must receive priority over non-accredited work.
• Operate instruments according to specified procedures
• Maintain log-books and worksheets 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.
• Always wear the necessary protective clothing.
• Adhere to all relevant safety procedures and protocols.
• Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS
• Adhere to competency training program.
• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system. 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
• Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
• Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.
• Evaluate results against quality control specifications – report to supervisor for approval.
• Quality system
• Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.
• Record keeping of all control and reference sample results.
• Managerial duties
• Support operations and contribute to positive staff morale.

AUTHORITY

• Specific authority
• 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 and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education
• Appropriate tertiary qualification or part there of or Grade 12 certificate with experience in duties described above.

Experience

Relevant laboratory experience

Competencies

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