Laboratory Manager - Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - CF Consulting

CF Consulting

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Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

We act for a leading manufacturing company in the Pietermaritzburg area, currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee the operations of their technical department.

The position reports directly to the Technical Director, the Laboratory Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and integrity of our client's products through effective supervision and technical support.

Key Requirements:

BSc in Chemistry or equivalent
35 years of managerial experience in a laboratory environment.
Previous experience in chemical production industry.
Exposure to ISO 9001 quality system and ISO 14001 environmental management system.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and supervise process activities, including the tracking of mixing data and conducting product testing.
Perform data analysis using the LIMS system and prepare comprehensive test reports.
Coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders regarding product testing procedures and outcomes.
Ensure adherence to relevant specifications and standards for the release of products.
Offer technical assistance to production and R&D teams, addressing issues and implementing necessary corrective measures.
Uphold laboratory efficiency and staff performance through mentoring, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
Administer the laboratory information system while maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive laboratory data.
Supervise the performance and calibration of quality control laboratory equipment.
Guide staff members on testing methodologies, statistical analysis techniques, and maintaining psychological wellbeing.
Enforce compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality policies, including ISO 14001 standards.

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