Laboratory Assistant

JobDescription

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform routine analytical techniques related to the established Laboratory procedures.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Sample handling

• Classify and label samples.

• Prepare samples for testing using various laboratory equipment.

• Follow methodologies in carrying out routine tasks

• Comply with correct procedures, policies and health/safety guidelines

• Perform daily quality control checks

• Document all activities and record results

• Maintain work area and equipment

• Provide administrative assistance Handling of glassware

• Ensure prompt and efficient handling of glassware.

• Ensure accurate handling of glassware according to prescribed procedure

• Operate instruments according to specified procedures

• If required, maintain records 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 wear the necessary protective clothing

• Adhere to all relevant safety procedures and protocols.

• Adhere to competency training program.

• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy Planning of duties

• Plan activities according to volume or quantities received.

• Monitor stock levels of required chemicals or consumables. Report to management if levels are low.

• Adhere to turn around timeframes Quality & Health & Safety System

• Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.

• Actively participate in safety related activities.

• Always wear appropriate protective clothing.

• Adhere to all relevant HSE procedures and protocols.

• Awareness of the dangers of chemicals used through the study of MSDS.

• Keep workplace and equipment neat and tidy.

• Perform Health and Safety inspections in designated areas

• Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.

• Record keeping of all control and reference sample results. Specific Authorities

• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection, and take action to address the hazard.

• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.

• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Grade 12

• Must be able to read and write

Experience

• Relevant laboratory experience REQUIRED SKILLS

Competencies

• Must not be colour blind

• Systematic

• Thorough

• Attention to detail

• Accurate

• Teamwork AdditionalInformation