Shift Supervisor at FLSmidth

You will be part of the Sub-Saharan Africa Middle East and South Asia Regions Sampling Preparation and Analysis FLS Sampling Plant Saldanha team, who are dedicated to running an automated laboratory for our customers. By joining this team, you will have the chance to work in a multinational organization and in an environment involving different cultures and different challenges.

Your responsibilities

• Completing all tasks on shift (3x3 roster – supervisor and 2x process controllers to handle all shift tasks)
• Managing of the shift – leave, activities, etc.
• Reporting of anomalies and performance of the plant - QMS
• First line maintenance
• Safety performance on shift
• Communication – to seniors, clients and shifts

What you bring

• Qualification: Matric with Mathematics and Science
• Minimum of 3-5 years working experience in the Laboratory with 3 of these in a Laboratory Operator/ Process Controller capacity.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (chemistry / electrical / mechanical) would be advantageous
• Self-motivated and well organized.
• Computer literate.
• Policies and Procedures – Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective operations
• Skills: Attention to detail, Stress tolerance, Planning and organising, Self-motivated, Works independently, Strong interpersonal skills, Team player, Innovative
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills in order to work with customers, contractors and other personnel on a daily basis.
• Ability to operate/use laboratory equipment and instruments
• Excellent analytical skills and problem solving and trouble shooting skills