Senior Laboratory Technician / QA/QC - Mining Chemicals

Minimum requirements for the role: A science degree or diploma or a BTech in analytical chemistry or related is required for this role. Previous experience having worked within a Senior Laboratory Technician role working within a manufacturing environment is essential. Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is preferred. Registration with SACI is beneficial but not essential. Must have a strong chemistry background and analytical skills. Must be a problem solver and team player. Must be able and willing to work as part of a team, but also as a self-motivated individual is required. Must have strong analytical and computer skills. Must have excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Conducting daily routine quality tests of raw materials and finished products chemicals. Reporting and compiling customer reports. Reporting any deviations/out-of-specification results. Liaising and working closely with the R&D laboratory for advanced analysis of chemicals as well as the warehouse and production teams. Assisting in providing problem-solving techniques to meet required specs for products. Providing monthly reports to the Production Manager, Quality Manager, and Technical Directors on product quality. Meeting objectives within the laboratory as set by the manager. Ensuring that the test results are captured in the QC system and submitted to the production manager. Maintaining housekeeping rules in the laboratory at all times as well as maintaining equipment and their calibration/services as well as maintaining the shelf-life of all records of chemicals within the storeroom. Maintaining reagent and consumable stock levels for the laboratory. Participating and conducting training on MSDS, chemical handling and chemical storage. Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

Location: Johannesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 4/24/2024