Supervisor - Fire Assay
sgs· Laboratory & Testing
About this role
Company Description
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
Supervise routine analytical techniques related to the established Fire Assay procedures. Assist with the coordination of progress of jobs and results between sections and other departments relating to fire assay work and results.
- Supervise the FAS floor (weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling and dissolution of prills using either digestion or parting process) exactly to the relevant Competence Modules set (Weighing in Geochem Fire Assay, Fluxing in Geochem Fire Assay, Fusion, Cupellation, Digestion of Ag and Pd prills)
- Punctuality at all times (15 min earlier to start time or 15 min later from knock off time depending on handover).
- Ensure proper handover during shift change ensuring team leaders are following the proper hand over process (day, night & weekend shifts).
- Assist in the effective and optimal utilization of staff, equipment and facilities within the department.
- Liaise with the Team leaders/operators to ensure customer requirements are achieved with regard to the turnaround time commitments and Quality of results
- Report daily production figures to Section Manager, and also reasonable explanations and evidence for targets.
- Institute the necessary company corrective measures against subordinates for actions that are contrary to company rules & procedures by reporting to Section Manager.
- Assist in the investigation of any irregularities/non conformances within the Fire Assay process including the Improvement Requests and Client’s.
- Follow Section Manager’s clear detailed instructions and demonstrate flexibility in executing the duties.
- Drive good housekeeping practices to ensure that the work areas and surrounding environment is kept clean at all times.
- Comply and conform to the QHSE policy of the company.
- Must have full understanding of the LIMS system.
- Must comply and conform to the Quality Management System (ISO17025 and SANAS requirements).
- Assist with the training of new Laboratory employees on the application of the Fire Assay techniques, processes, procedures and work instructions.
- Profiling and batching of jobs scheduled for (day, night & weekend shifts)
- Must be willing to work overtime/flexible hours when necessary.
- Overtime submission sheets must be properly checked (Name, employee number, correct hours claimed) before handing in to HOD for approval.
- Assist in the completion of Production reports.
- Assist in the evaluating and reporting of analytical results where required.
- Standing in for other Senior staff during his/her absence (meetings, trainings, sick leave & annual leave)
- Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager.
Qualifications
Education
- BSc, BTech or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or Fire assay certificate of competence
- Supervisory qualification will be added advantage
Experience
- Minimum of 5 Years in the relevant discipline
Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management System
Additional Information
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This Supervisor - Fire Assay role at sgs is based in GP, West Rand District Municipality, West Rand District Municipality, GP, South Africa, za. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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