Laboratory Analyst
Laboratory Analyst
Career Opportunity
Sappi Southern Africa Ltd
Ngodwana Mill
(SCALE (A) )
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To accurately analyze various samples thought the Groundwood Mill on a routine basis and to accurately report results for the purpose of process control and sales.
REPORTING TO Shift Supervisor
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyse samples using analytical techniques
- Operate complicated laboratory equipment
- Evaluate the quality of results obtained prior to the reporting and to take relevant actions on deviations
- Calibrates and verifies accuracy of all relevant equipment prior to commencement of shift
- Comply with all ISO methods for the test performed
- Analyse and report special samples requested by the plant
- Enter results into the computer using LIMS software program
- Accountable for the correct use of PPE, housekeeping and general safety applicable to task performed
- Check stock level for all solutions/consumables and report to the Senior Lab Technician
- Report problems with samples or results to Shift Supervisor.
KEY COMPETENCIES / SKILLS
- Analytical accuracy
- Good Communication
- Teamwork
- Computer literate (Microsoft Excel and word).
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12 (Math's and Physical Science) or N3 Pulp and Paper
- Chemistry or Lab related qualification will be advantageous
- 1 year Laboratory/ Pulp and Paper industry experience will be an advantage.
Closing date for applications: 06 September 2015
Applications to be submitted online: via Sappi Careers Page
Sappi Career page can be accessed via Sappi global intranet pages or www.sappi.com
For enquiries contact: Lazarus Mahamba at (0) 13 734 6948
Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Should you not have been contacted
within 14 days of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful
Applications to be submitted online: via Sappi Careers Page
Sappi Career page can be accessed via Sappi global intranet pages or www.sappi.com
For enquiries contact: Lazarus Mahamba at (0) 13 734 6948
Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Should you not have been contacted
within 14 days of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful
