Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Chemist) at Columbus Stainless

Description

Our ideal candidate will be accountable for the following:

• Development and validation of new and existing analytical methods.
• Optimization of current methods and equipment.
• Calibration of XRF, OES and LECO instrumentation will be highly advantageous.
• Analyses of non-routine sample to ensure accurate results are reported.
• Ensure all equipment requiring external calibration is calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Trouble shooting and problem solving.
• Development and maintenance of quality assurance system and administration thereof.
• Commissioning of new equipment.

Requirements

• Must be pro-active, innovative and demonstrate high levels of flexibility.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Must be able to work without direct supervision, be a self-starter and use own initiative to make decisions.
• Hold a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry or preferably an Honours degree.
• 5 – 8 years’ experience.
• Excellent planning, organizing and administrative skills are essential.
• At least 3 years experience on the following; method development, calibration, optimization, validation and analytical problem solving
  on XRF, OES or ICP.
• Experience with water and Ferro alloy testing will also be required.
• Must be willing to work standby and overtime.