Senior Laboratory Analyst - Durban at Engen

What You Have Done Before

Baseline:

• Relevant Chemistry Diploma or Degree and at least 2 years experience.
• Exceptional computer skills. 
• Good customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret analytical results.

Advantageous

• B-Tech qualification in Chemistry or Quality.
• Preferred 3 years’ experience in the Lubricants and chemicals environment. 
• Proven knowledge of ISO 9001 and 17025.
• SAP experience

Exciting Challenges You Might Face

• Meeting customers’ analytical demands and expectations.
• Implementation of changes in supporting ISO 17025 changes/requirements. 
• Driving Engen cultural beliefs.
• Creates an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ability to work successfully in an ever-changing environment and navigate ambiguity.
• Operating specialized laboratory equipment.
• Product development in conjunction with product technical advisors. 
• Skills development through performing of the various laboratory tasks.
• Prepare for laboratory audits and assist in closing out findings.
• Ensure compliance to all Engen mandatory policies and procedures by working. with updated lab procedures & work instructions.
• Being involved in SAP changes. 

What You Will Be Doing

Product Testing

• Testing samples as per procedures and meeting service level agreements.
• Producing accurate and reliable results.
• Communication of results to the various customers.

Expense Control

• Preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Basic troubleshooting.
• Control breakages & chemical usage.

Equipment management 

• Equipment usage and availability. 
• Equipment needs identified, reported, and documented. 
• First line troubleshooting. 

Quality Management 

• Compliance to data integrity, precision, and accuracy requirements.
• Participation in proficiency testing programmes.
• Participation in the statistical quality control programme.
• Participation in training and skill competency reviews. 
• Identification of deviations from the management system, procedures, or laboratory activities. 

Staff Training and development 

• Coaching and development of other laboratory staff on laboratory practices and procedures. 

Quality Results 

• Ownership of manufacturing product right first time. 
• Method Modification, development, and validation of new methods. 

Laboratory Maintenance 

• Adhering to laboratory safety rules. 
• Ensuring good housekeeping.

Working hours

• LOBP working hours apply.
• Working overtime as and when required.
• Working shifts as and when required.