Job Description
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
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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.
COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY
Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or enter hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action.
Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.
Assist with production coordination with specific collaboration with the AA and ICP departments.
Assist with the training and verification of Fire-Assay staff.
Check on daily staff attendance and address any problem timeously and pro-actively.
Ensure that required consumables and inventory stock levels/PPE for Fire Assay are monitored and maintained for daily, night & weekend shifts.
Ensure that pot re-cycling is performed daily, night shift and weekends.
Ensure the maintenance of the laboratory instruments and apparatus is performed and maintain equipment records, logbooks, files and registers accordingly.
Any person has the right to refuse to perform work that may damage the environment in an imminent and serious way and to report such a situation.
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
REQUIRED SKILLS
Self-motivator
Competent technical knowledge of Fire Assay analytical processes
Able to work with technical and management staff
Able to coordinate fire assay activities
Able to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Assists with trouble shooting and problem solving
Can fluently communicate English.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Outstanding Attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and handle several issues simultaneously
Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude when dealing with escalated issues
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