KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

§ Accurate handling, storage, retention and disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures.

§ Preparation/supervising preparation of samples for analysis.

§ Performing routine analysis on samples according to standard methods and procedures.

§ Operate instruments according to specified procedures

§  Maintain records indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures.

§  Ensure good laboratory practices are followed – do not mess on any apparatus or instrument and if it should happen, clean up spills immediately before continuing.

§  Ensure good laboratory practices are followed.

§  Adhere to competency training program, keep competencies up to date.

§  Assist in sections when and if so communicated; doing task and analysis you have been declared competent for.

1.1              Planning of tests and evaluation of results under supervision

§ Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received

§ Ensure customer service requirements for testing/analysis are met.

§ Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.

§ Evaluate results against quality control specifications

§ Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.

1.2              Quality System

§  Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system

§  Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures

§  Accurately record results on QC charts

§  Evaluate results and report any deviation from quality control norms immediately

§  Record keeping of all control and reference sample results

§  Adhere to competency training program

§  Take part in Proficiency testing and submit results timeously

§  Investigate non conformances, customer complaints, Improvement requests.

1.3              Reporting opinions and interpretations under supervision

§ Documenting of all relevant sample information.

§ Report all results on SLIMS and / or designated worksheets.

§ Calculation and record keeping of all analytical results

§ Adhere to ISO 17025 requirements in terms of record keeping and traceability.

1.4              Method modification and development under supervision

§ Perform analysis and report results required for method and instrument validation.

§  Report shortcomings and deviations and perform communicated actions to implement and improve new and existing methods and procedures

1.5              Method validation under supervision

§  Ensure the execution and finalization of method validation and associated work as they arise

1.6              Health & Safety System

§ Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.

§ Actively participate in safety related activities.

§ Always wear appropriate protective clothing.

§ Adhere to all relevant HSE procedures and protocols.

§ Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS.

§ Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.

§ Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas

1.7              Managerial duties

§  Support operations and contribute to positive staff morale.