Quality Control Laboratory Analyst Specialist at AECI Limited

Purpose of the job

• To control and operate plant and equipment as efficiently and safely as possible to defined quality specifications.Must report and investigate deviations from normal conditions and be able to deal with basic process upsets

Required outputs: Functional

• Assist other process controllers in operating the plant
• Prepare the plant for start-up
• Start up a process
• Monitor and maintain a process
• Shutdown a process
• Control and monitor plant and equipment within the scope of authority
• Operate Pellet Mills outside
• Clean and tidy up equipment and the work area
• Prepare plant for maintenance and reinstate after maintenance is complete
• Carry out authorized maintenance operations
• Measure, mix and dose chemicals to the reaction vessels
• Draw and test samples for quality purposes
• Run off finished product into drums, bags or other containers for shipment
• Act as first line of defence in case of a fire and other emergencies
• Perform any other related tasks as may be required from time to time

Qualifications, Knowledge and Requirements

• Grade 12  with Mathematics and Physical science 
• NQF 4 Plant Operation – advantageous
• 3 - 4 year experience in Chemical plant production environment
• Chemical Engineering diploma or related qualification will be added as an essential advantage

Competencies (skills and characteristics)                   

• Pay attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Work under pressure/ flexible
• Be a team player with good attitude
• Responsible and must have initiative
• Safety awareness
• Time management