Job Description

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• The Laboratory Technician shall be responsible for performing analytical tests on Chemical, Petroleum, Agricultural and other food related products. This is to determine whether a product conforms/does not conform to Client’s specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analysis using approved and valid test methods e.g. ASTM, IP, AOCS, BP etc.
• All analysis to be performed with the highest level of accuracy and precision.
• To ensure that all analytical Equipment to be calibrated before use.
• To ensure that all analytical solutions and reagents are standardized before use.
• Maintain a calibration schedule for all analytical equipment.
• Label all analytical equipment with unique identification numbers and calibration status.
• Record calibration data accurately and in the correct documentation for traceability purposes.
• Maintain records of all raw data and calculations for traceability purposes.
• Ensure that all reference materials are valid and traceable to an approved Supplier.
• To report immediately any deficiencies and malfunctions to the Laboratory Supervisor.
• To report immediately any non-conformances to the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Rectify non conformances through corrective/preventative actions.
• Adhere to all quality, health, safety and environmental requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
• To work overtime when requested

SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES

• Authorized to issue and sign test reports.
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to 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.
• Actively apply SLIMS training knowledge during daily testing routines, and sample registration on occasions.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum academic qualification is National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 2 years testing experience in Petroleum / Chemical related industry.  Subject to Managements discretion.