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Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Chemist)

Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Chemist)

Columbus Stainless (PTY) LTD.Mpumalanga
30+ days ago
Job description

Chemistry Laboratory Technician (Chemist)

Columbus Stainless (PTY) LTD.

2023-07-13 Mpumalanga

Job Ref # : 52000304.

Industry : Manufacturing

Job Type : Permanent

Positions Available : 2

Columbus Stainless, founded in 1966 and part of the Multinational Acerinox Group; proud to be the only producer of stainless steel on the Africa Continent. Durable and 100% recyclable, stainless steel has boundless potential as the preferred metal for the future. To remain one of the top stainless steel producers; we recruit excellent calibre people and remain committed to the their development.

Job Description

Our ideal candidate will be accountable for the following :

  • Development and validation of new and existing analytical methods.
  • Optimization of current methods and equipment.
  • Calibration of XRF, OES and LECO instrumentation will be highly advantageous.
  • Analyses of non-routine sample to ensure accurate results are reported.
  • Ensure all equipment requiring external calibration is calibrated and fit for purpose.
  • Trouble shooting and problem solving.
  • Development and maintenance of quality assurance system and administration thereof.
  • Commissioning of new equipment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be pro-active, innovative and demonstrate high levels of flexibility.
  • Must be able to work under pressure.
  • Must be able to work without direct supervision, be a self-starter and use own initiative to make decisions.
  • Hold a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry or preferably an Honours degree.
  • 5 – 8 years’ experience.
  • Excellent planning, organizing and administrative skills are essential.
  • At least 3 years experience on the following; method development, calibration, optimization, validation and analytical problem solving
  • on XRF, OES or ICP.

  • Experience with water and Ferro alloy testing will also be required.
  • Must be willing to work standby and overtime.