Operator – Fire Assay at SGS

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analysis of assigned samples in the most accurate, productive and timely way as per the relevant Test Method instruction.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing the routine Fire Assay tasks (weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling and dissolution of prills) exactly as per relevant Competence Modules set.
• Liaising with the Supervisor to ensure customer requirements are achieved with regard to the turnaround time commitments and Quality of results.
• Reporting daily production figures and giving detailed explanations for targets not met.
• Assisting in the investigation of any non-conforming work, Client queries and Improvement Requests that would have been raised relating to the Fire Assay process.
• Reporting any apparatus or equipment which is malfunctioning.
• Liaising with the Supervisor in creating worksheets and prioritizing jobs.
• Assisting with section’s workflow planning.
• Assisting in ensuring that required stock levels for Fire Assay are maintained.
• Use SLIM system for data transfer and capturing as required
• Assisting in preparing for Audits and addressing of non-conformances.
• Recording and filing of all equipment records and analysis worksheets for Quality Purposes and future reference.
• Ensuring the most appropriate QC samples are inserted in line with the Global Quality policy.
• Performing duties on all relevant workstations as required by the section’s workload.
• Assisting with control and time keeping administration.
• Ensuring compliance to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS requirements).
• Ensuring compliance to the HSE policy of the company.
• Performing any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager / supervisor.

COMPLIANCE & 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Science as subjects.
• National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 Years in Fire Assay experience
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management System

Required Skills

• Self-motivator
• Must have an appreciable attention to detail.
• Ability to strictly follow and understand instructions.
• Competent technical knowledge of Fire Assay analytical processes
• Must have full understanding of the LIMS system.
• Able to work with technical and management staff.
• Ability to work well in a team situation towards achieving common departmental goals.
• Able to coordinate fire assay activities.
• Able to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Must be willing to work overtime/flexible hours when necessary.