Lab Operator (North West)

Role Context

• Adherence to the shift production and analysis plan.
• Accountable and responsible for the safe achievement of R&D and analysis targets in the section.
• Execute and control the physical operational work in the section.
• Optimize efficiency and recoveries to produce quality products that meet the required specifications.
• Liaise with the metallurgist, production coordinator, and lab analyst with regard to process variable changes in the section.
• Process control within a defined recipe.
• Coach and instruct to explain how the work should be performed, focusing on improving, changing, and optimizing practices.
• Record and analyze stoppages and equipment.
• Primary focus is on effective and safe operation of the section to optimize efficiencies and recoveries and maintain quality of produced products.
• Participate on the root cause analysis process.
• Ensure adherence to all safety (i.e., create awareness of hazards and behavior).
• Correct non-compliance to objectives and safety standards.
• Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Completion of necessary documents (i.e., risk assessments, inspection sheets, job cards, etc.).

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
• Minimum NQF-5-6 Skills Programs
• BSc, BEng, BSc Eng, or Honours in Chemistry, Metallurgy, or Chemical Engineering will be advantageous

Job-specific Experience

• One year’s experience in an R&D laboratory OR one year’s experience in a chemical processing environment

Inherent Requirement

• Must be medically fit