Overview
Laboratory Technician Jobs in Durban, South Africa at ALS Limited
ALS is seeking a motivated and detail orientated Laboratory Technician (Chemistry) to join our laboratory team in Durban.
About the Position
The Laboratory Technician (Chemistry) will ensure accurate analysis results using available resources within a stipulated turnaround time.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine analytical tasks and troubleshooting on laboratory instrumentation and apparatus.
- Perform general and routine analyses by instrumental or “wet” methods according to standard procedures.
- Prepare calibration, QC solutions and other laboratory reagents as per procedure.
- Ensure that all reagents used are appropriately prepared, tested and verified before use.
- Carry out calibration/verification checks on apparatus before use.
- Ensure that analyses are conducted according to documented procedures and quality control measures are applied.
- Understand and evaluate sample QC related issues on laboratory equipment and apparatus.
- Maintain all QA/QC documents for laboratory instrument monitoring.
- Maintain appropriate levels of critical laboratory spares and consumables to reduce instrument downtime.
- Assist with any laboratory/quality related tasks as assigned by the Site or Quality Manager.
- Report all instrument failures and faults on time to the Lab Supervisor to minimize breakdown time.
- Ensure work is done in accordance with all appropriate health, safety and environmental procedures and policies.
- Calculate results of analyses and report them to the Laboratory Supervisor.
- Ensure proper accommodation and environment in the testing area as per ISO 17025 standards.
- Investigate and assist with corrective action reports, ensuring they are submitted in a timely manner.
- Ensure preventive maintenance and intermediate checks for all instruments are performed.
- Ensure optimum use of available resources.
- Maintain proper records at all stages of testing to ensure validity of results.
- Ensure safe and proper handling of samples/materials throughout the laboratory.
Requirements
- Mature chemistry/science diploma or degree, preferably a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or relevant tertiary qualification.
- Minimum 1 year experience in an analytical laboratory or similar environment.
- Fluent in English (written and oral).
- Ability to investigate, resolve, and respond to queries.
- Ability to multitask and meet challenging deadlines/priorities.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Attention to detail.
- Displays accountability and is a team player.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills at all levels within the organization.
- Excellent fiscal, numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, planning and communication skills.
- Highly organized and flexible.
- Inspires and drives excellence in all aspects of work.
- Communicates respectfully, considering diverse cultures.
- Maintains confidentiality and integrity.
- Computer literate.
- Willing to adhere to company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Sound decision-making, problem solving and preventive measures skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled person looking to develop their career in an international company.
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Title: Laboratory Technician
Company: ALS Limited
Location: Durban, South Africa
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