Laboratory Shift Supervisor

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of samples for specific tests, ensuring adherence to correct procedures and methods.
• Supervise Lab Operators in performing tasks such as crushing, screening, milling, weighing, fluxing, and fusions.
• Assist with technical aspects of sample preparation and analysis.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Technical:
  • Analyze samples using appropriate application programs.
  • Prepare samples for specific tests.
  • Assist with maintenance, verification, and calibration of laboratory instruments.
  • Calibrate and perform minor maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Administrative:
  • Track and collect samples.
  • Deliver samples to the laboratory for analysis.
  • Ensure timely turnaround of analyses.
  • Assist with filing productivity documents and equipment records.
  • Dispose of samples.
  • Record repairs, maintenance, calibration, and verification of instruments.
  • Ensure correct consumables and chemicals are used.
• Supervisory:
  • Provide guidance and support to Lab Operators.
  • Train new staff on methods and procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and safety guidelines.
  • Assign tasks and monitor performance.

Specific Authorities:

• Cease the use of equipment deemed hazardous or enter hazardous environments without necessary knowledge and protection.
• Cease work that may affect the quality of services.
• Initiate improvement requests for deviations, improvements, or nonconformities.
• Analyze samples accurately and record data.
• Verify instruments and assist with maintenance.
• Diagnose and rectify equipment or analytical problems.
• Report results within specified timeframes.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the Head of Department.
• Calculate and record test results in standard format.
• Transfer data to LIMS.
• Verify test results against control samples and charts.
• Re-analyze samples when control results are out of control limits.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Perform operational risk assessments and pre-start inspections.
• Prevent injuries, manage injuries, and facilitate early return to work.
• Represent the site for ISO 17025.

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Previous laboratory work experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Residence in the Kuruman area
• Fixed-term contract

Required Skills:

• On-the-job and formal training
• At least two years of sample preparation experience in a laboratory environment
• Computer literacy in LIMS, Word, and Excel (preferred)
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management System (preferred)
• Attention to detail
• Accuracy
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Other Requirements:

• Residence in the Kuruman area
• Willingness to work overtime and shifts
• Flexibility
• Passing a medical examination and induction training course

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