Process Controller-Material Tester - Middelburg at Columbus Stainless

Description

The main purpose of this role is to test incoming samples.  The incumbent is responsible for performing the tests as per defined procedures to produce valid test results whilst meeting the team goals and objectives as defined in the balanced scorecard and ensuring the accreditation requirements are met. The incumbent will be responsible for testing samples received at the Mechanical Lab and will further release the test results while meeting team goals 

Requirements

Key Performance Indicators include the following: 

• The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the tests are conducted as per procedure in order to produce valid, accurate test results.
•  Maintain, check and calibrate equipment, where relevant, as per procedure and keep the required records
• Preparing the necessary reagents to perform testing
• Performing basic troubleshooting in terms of tests and equipment, notifying management of required quality incident investigations (QIIs) and taking immediate corrective action to contain
• Responsible for adhering to and complying with the laboratory SHE and quality management requirements
• Responsible for monitoring the out hold to ensure material is released timeously
• Reporting low stock levels to ensure orders are placed timorously and checking goods received are in order

Qualifications:

• Must be in possession of a National Diploma in Metallurgy / Material Science or equivalent

Experience:

• A minimum of 1-2 years’ relevant laboratory experience in testing and quality principles
• Experience in a sample preparation, metallurgical testing and/or steel manufacturing environment will be an added advantage

Skills:

• Computer literate
• Good verbal and written communication
• Willing to work shifts, take initiative, function under pressure and work with limited supervision