Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Ensure samples are processed and analyzed according to established methods and procedures in support of the quality and management systems

Performing tests

• Performing routine tests on samples according to standard methods and procedures.
• Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures.
  • Accurately record results on QC charts and designated worksheets where required
  • Evaluate results and report any deviations from quality control norms immediately
• Assist in sections when in if so communicated doing task and analysis you have been declared competent for – duties with regards to accredited analysis must receive priority over non-accredited work.
• Operate instruments/equipment according to specified procedures.
  • Maintain logbooks and worksheets indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures
  • Ensure good laboratory practices are followed – do not mess on any apparatus or instrument and if it should happen, clean up spills immediately before continuing.
  • Always adhere to the required safety regulations and protocols and wear the necessary protective clothing.
• Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS
• Adhere to competency training program.
• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

Planning of tests and evaluation of results

• Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received.
• Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
• Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.
• Evaluate results against quality control sample results.

Reporting opinions and interpretations

• Report all results on appropriate and designated worksheets.
• Calculation and record keeping/distribution of all analytical results.

• Performing tests

• Performing routine tests on samples according to standard methods and procedures.
• Performing tests on all quality control samples according to standard methods and procedures.
  • Accurately record results on QC charts and designated worksheets where required
  • Evaluate results and report any deviations from quality control norms immediately
• Assist in sections when in if so communicated doing task and analysis you have been declared competent for – duties with regards to accredited analysis must receive priority over non-accredited work.
• Operate instruments/equipment according to specified procedures.
  • Maintain logbooks and worksheets indicating maintenance, working conditions and quality control measures
  • Ensure good laboratory practices are followed – do not mess on any apparatus or instrument and if it should happen, clean up spills immediately before continuing.
  • Always adhere to the required safety regulations and protocols and wear the necessary protective clothing.
• Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS
• Adhere to competency training program.
• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.
• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.

• Planning of tests and evaluation of results

• Plan activities according to the sample volume and quantities received.
• Monitor and control stock levels of required chemicals and consumables.
• Adhere to sample turn-around timeframes.
• Evaluate results against quality control sample results.

• Reporting opinions and interpretations

• Report all results on appropriate and designated worksheets.
• Calculation and record keeping/distribution of all analytical results.

• Method modification and development and validation of new methods

• Perform analysis and report results required for method and instrument validation.
• Report shortcomings and deviations and perform communicated actions to implement and improve new and existing methods and procedures.

• Quality System

• Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas.
• Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.
• Statistical calculation, evaluation and record keeping of all control and reference sample results.

• Managerial Duties

• Support operations and contribute to a positive staff moral in section.

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12

Experience

Minimum of 3 years relevant laboratory experience

• Systematic
• Thorough
• Attention to detail
• Accurate
• Teamwork

Specific authority

• 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 higher authority to take action.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to 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.

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