Lab Analyst Manufacturing - Brakpan, South Africa - Jean Fowlds Consultancy

Description

JOB PURPOSE:

This role will be based in the Labs at the manufacturing factory based in Brakpan. This is a Dry and wet Laboratory.

The laboratory is responsible for analysing samples in the most accurate and productive way, evaluating and reporting results correctly in-line with the plants production schedule. To support the technical manager on laboratory-related tasks /new developments and contribute to maintaining the standard of the labs & QC system to meet the business objectives.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Quality Control:

• Testing of samples from Production using the correct procedures/ methods.
• Quality control checks on the production line and sample collection when required.
• Testing of incoming raw materials samples.
• Performing any product application tests, product stability tests, etc. as required.

Lab instrumentation:

• Calibration/verification checks on instrumentation.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and apparatus and ensure preventative maintenance conducted.
• Diagnose any incorrect results and troubleshoot or report to the technical manager.

Data and reporting:

• Complete Reporting of results within the time frame as per procedures in place.
• Completion of any data summaries/ quality control charts related to lab results.
• Filing/scanning of COAs and any other documents related to Lab.
• Assisting in updating product specification data sheets/ info on the lab database.

New developments/ Future R&D projects:

• Assist the technical manager on new development work/ R&D projects.
• Keep abreast of new trends, current developments, and relevant research.
• Assist technical manager to set-up new equipment, develop new SOPs, etc.

Other:

• Good housekeeping of the laboratory and immediate workspace.
• Laboratory inventory: assist with and recording of lab consumables and lab equipment/ stock levels.
• Suggest and contribute to continuous improvement of the lab & QC system.
• Comply with and adhere to all quality and safety requirements within the company.
• Ensure personal productivity and performance meet required standards

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS:

• This position is based in the Laboratories manufacturing plant based in Brakpan.
• This position is based in an industrial factory with automated machinery.
• This position must be medically fit and mobile

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry/ Qualification in Quality Control / Diploma in
• chemistry or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in a lab, manufacturing, or production environment.
• Experience in dry mix mortars/construction chemicals/ Paint technology will be beneficial to this role.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with other lab colleagues and the production team.
• Proficiency in using software tools (Microsoft Word, Excell. Etc.) and willingness to learn any new lab software/SAP system.
• Good organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Problem-solving aptitude with the ability to make good decisions under pressure.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Be willing to work overtime when required.
• Honest and Reliable