Lab Operator (North West)
Tharisa · North West
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- 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