Chemistry Intern
SGS
- West Rand, Gauteng
- Training
- Full-time
- Responsibility to log received samples into the SLIMS using work orders from the client. Responsibility of analyzing all analytical samples using the correct procedures and/or methods.
- Responsibility to print sample labels.
- Responsibilities to ensure samples are sorted correctly before labeling and boxing the samples.
- Responsibility to report results within the time frame specified.
- Responsibility to follow all quality directives of this Department.
- Responsible for operation of laboratory instrumentation
- Responsibility to bring all problems (technical and managerial) to the attention of the Chemist.
- Responsibility to adhere to all quality, health and safety rules and regulations.
- Responsibility to ensure that the housekeeping in the receiving /working areas are in order. Complies and conforms to Laboratory Quality Management System (ISO17025).
- Must be able to help with the preparation of SANAS audits
- Responsibility to record any day-to-day repairs, maintenance, calibration and verification of instruments.
- All analytical data and calculations shall be made traceable and stored in the relevant files for that purpose or LIMS.
- Responsibility to work in other areas and/or Divisions if asked to do so.
- Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system
- Follow Supervisors clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing duties.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
- Shall adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements of the SGS OI Management System, country legislation, Rules for Life, local legal requirements and laws.
- Shall comply and conform to the QHSE, Global and country policies of SGS.
- Participate and form part of Operational Integrity projects and campaigns.
- Shall report Health, Safety and Environmental hazards, incidents/accidents and near misses to the Supervisor/SHE Representative/Location Manager/OI Site Coordinator.
- Apply Check status process and use the Stop Work Authority whenever the control of risks is not clearly established and understood.
- Observe and report any faulty/nonfunctioning apparatus or equipment and or deviations from process/protocols/procedures/work instructions, to the Supervisor/Location Manager.
- Assist in investigations.
- Ensure that all proper procedures/Working instructions, etc. are followed.
- Assist with training of employee/s where required.
- Perform and ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained in all work areas at all times.
- Participate and adhere to all HSE Procedures/Working instructions, Integrity, Safe Talks, Toolbox talks, etc. training.
- Assist in the monthly stock counts within the department
- Exceptional Computer Literacy (use of MS Office suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- An affinity for data analysis
- Strong research skills
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in completing tasks.
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Self-motivated and high level of initiative