Chemist

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chemist will be responsible for all analysis of samples in the most accurate and productive way, and in a timely manner as per the relevant Test Method Instruction, assist the Section Manager in ensuring compliance with the SGS Laboratory Quality Manual, as well as Health and Safety Procedures.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical

• Analyzing all analytical samples for specific analysis using the correct procedures and/or methods.
• Technical accuracy of results is monitored, and remedial action is taken when necessary, and data is recorded(Evaluation of analytical results)
• Update internal findings, improvement requests, and keep minutes of internal meetings
• Reports are generated detailing analytical results, and can include opinions and interpretations
• Verifying instruments.
• Assist with the maintenance of instruments and apparatus.
• Must have workable knowledge to calibrate and perform minor maintenance of laboratory and preparation equipment.
• Diagnose all suspect results and assist in rectifying the problem, whether it is equipment or analytical.
• Responsible for reporting opinions and interpretations as per the SGS High Level Quality Procedure

Administration

• Calculate test results as per standard format and/or procedures.
• Report results within the time frame specified.
• Report any apparatus or equipment which, to your knowledge, is not functioning correctly to the Section Manager.
• Calculate all test results in a standard format as per the relevant Test Method Instruction for each workstation.
• Transfer data from the instrument to LIMS
• All analytical data and calculations shall be made traceable and stored in the relevant files for that purpose or LIMS.
• Recording and filing of all equipment records for Quality purposes.
• Sample disposal
• Verify test results against control samples and charts.
• Re-analyze analysis samples when control results are not within the control charts' limits.

General

• Assist with changing of gas cylinders.
• Overseeing the cleaning of the laboratory and immediate working area.
• Ensure that quality procedures are complied with.
• Ensure compliance with the Laboratory Health and Safety Act.
• Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by the shift workload.
• Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary.
• Assist on any lower or above level when necessary.
• Supervisor skills and computer literacy would be advantages.
• Assist with the training of new staff/operators on new methods and/or procedures.

Supervising

• Supervisor skills and computer literacy would be advantages.
• Assist with the training on new methods and /or procedures.
• Control the timekeeping on the shift.
• Plan leave in such a way that overtime is kept to a minimum.
• Check on daily staff attendance and address any problem timelessly and Pro-actively.
• Ensure that there are sufficient Staff members on shift.
• Shift takeover will only take place in the Laboratory building.

Production

• Plan leave in such a way that overtime is kept to a minimum.
• Check on daily staff attendance and address any problem timelessly and Pro-actively.
• Ensure that there are sufficient Staff members on shift.
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to the higher authority to take action.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to the 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.

PROFILE

Education

• Minimum BSc or N Diploma in Chemistry.

Experience

• On-the-job training will be provided as well as formal training.
• At least two years of laboratory experience with a Diploma or 5 years of laboratory experience, preferably in a testing laboratory environment.
• Computer-literate in LIMS, Word, and Excel.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must have a full understanding of the LIMS system
• Competent technical knowledge of multiple analytical processes
• Able to work with technical and management staff
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management System
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Is innovative with a systematic approach for problem solving
• Consult immediately with the Manager with respect to client complaints, anomalous results and other technical non-conformances
• Works well under pressure
• Able to coordinate and motivate a team towards a common goal
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Administration of all Laboratory documentation, especially HSEQ program

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY 

• 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 take action to address the hazard.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified, or when nonconformity is identified.