Job Description<\/p>\n
\tTo implement and maintain the quality system in the Geochem Northam Eland facility so as to ensure total compliance to ISO17025, SGS SA high level procedures and SGS Global requirements.<\/p>\n
To achieve Site Quality objectives and targets.<\/p>\n
\tImplement, maintain and update the laboratory\u2019s ISO\/IEC 17025-compliant QMS, including policies, procedures, SOPs, work instructions, and document control.
\n\tTimeously conduct inspections and compile reports relating to the Quality function and ensure that monthly reports are submitted before the communicated deadlines
\n\tSchedule and attend all quality related meetings on the site
\n\tEnsure quality procedures are adopted and communicated to all employees.
\n\tMonitor and action all activities with regards to quality related issues.
\n\tContinuously assist in operational processes to ensure required quality standards are met.
\n\tEnsure compliance to the Site Quality System\/Procedures and relevant Legislation.
\n\tControl all quality documents and records for the Site.
\n\tConduct internal quality audits at the different departments\/work areas.
\n\tEnsure that required risk assessments are conducted and communicated to employees.
\n\tOperate to the highest standard of ethics as indicated in the SGS integrity programs;
\n\tMaintain an up-to-date scope of testing and coordination of the documentation and standard operating procedures required to comply with laboratory ISO 17025 accreditation;
\n\tEvaluate data in quality role but shall not report opinions and interpretations;
\n\tFacilitate and monitor method validation process in the laboratory;
\n\tCoordinate and administer the improvement system;
\n\tBuild relationships with all technical and professional personnel;
\n\tBuild relationships with suppliers and clients
\n\tAssist with the evaluation and root cause analysis of proficiency tests, customer complaints, audit findings, Non-conformances and improvement requests;
\n\tProvide planned quality related training and awareness as required;
\n\tPlan, schedule and perform quality assessments to provide certainty that the quality control activities are being done effectively;
\n\tFacilitate and plan all management reviews;
\n\tEnsure integrity of monthly inputs into the QHSE Report;
\n\tBe able to statistically evaluate data;
\n\tDevelop a document control system for the laboratory which is in line with SGS high level system document and ISO 17025 requirements;
\n\tProvide guidance and direction to laboratory personnel with respect to quality control and proper documentation in implementing methodologies and data reporting;
\n\tProvide constant feedback to Manager on status of quality in the laboratory;
\n\tComply with health, safety and environmental acts, regulations and requirements;
\n\tWork with safety conscious attitude and demonstrate good and safe work habits;
\n\tTravel, shift work and overtime may be required;
\n\tPerform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by direct line manager;
\n\tAny person has the right to refuse to perform work that may damage the environment in an imminent and serious way and to report such situations.
\n\tContribute with scientific and technical leadership and planning so as to ensure quality assurance program is effective and efficient.
\n\tEnsure that the quality requirements are not subjected to any prejudicial interests.
\n\tResponsible for all SANAS matters relating to the accreditation\/compliance of the organization (as per responsibilities for Nominated Representative SANAS document R-03).
\n\tEnsure that the laboratory accreditation under ISO 17025 is not jeopardised.
\n\tIdentify non-conformances with respect to the quality system and address these non-conformances in timely and unbiased approach to achieve customer satisfaction.
\n\tCease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without necessary knowledge and protection and report the situation to higher authority to take action and assist with the necessary action.
\n\tCease to carry out work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and report the situation to higher authority to take action and assist with the necessary action.
\n\tObtain and keep ISO17025 accreditation on Metal Accounting methods\/schemes and ensure laboratory processes consistently produce accurate, traceable, and defensible metal accounting data aligned with ISO 17025 requirements, client specifications, and industry best practices.
\n\tCompile accurate Client requested repeats confirming report and communicate with the Laboratory Manager and Regional Quality Manager before the communicated deadlines
\n\tCommunicate client requested Investigation reports by the client\u2019s deadlines
\n\tCoordinate internal audits, proficiency testing, method validations, and management reviews and ensure that PT scheme results are reported by the deadlines
\n\tClose out NCs and IRs by required deadlines
\n\tCertified Reference materials selection, verification, and traceability.
\n\tBias, precision, and accuracy evaluations, monitor biasis on weekly basis and act when bias over period of time present
\n\tMonthly evaluations of CRM performances in the form of a presentation and comparisons to other Northam and external laboratories<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
Education<\/p>\n
\tSenior certificate (Matric).
\n\tBsc degree or diploma in Science
\n\tISO or College Quality Assurance Program Diploma<\/p>\n
Experience\u00a0<\/p>\n
\t5 years work experience in an ISO\/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory (PGM or mineral\/metals lab experience preferred).Experience with PGM metal accounting methods including sample prep, fire assay, peroxide fusion and digestion and instrumental analysis (ICP-OES, Carbon and sulphur by combustion IR analyser, autotitrator) will be an advantage.
\n\tProficiency in LIMS systems and quality tools (root cause analysis, fishbone, uncertainty analysis), Datamine CCLAS will be an advantage.
\n\tAdvanced Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Sharepoint experience;
\n\tDocument and report writing experience;
\n\tStatistical Quality Control knowledge would be advantageous
\n\tExperience with QMS, internal auditing, and method validation.<\/p>\n
Required Skills<\/p>\n
\tTeam player
\n\tPositive attitude; willing to learn
\n\tStrong understanding of ISO\/IEC 17025 standards
\n\tExcellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
\n\tAbility to work under accreditation pressure and audit environments.
\n\tStrong documentation and compliance mindset.
\n\tSelf-motivator
\n\tGood verbal and communication skills
\n\tAbility to multi task
\n\tOutstanding attention to detail
\n\tConcern for order
\n\tEffective planning and organising<\/p>\n
Additional Information<\/p>\n
\tCompetent technical knowledge of multiple analytical processes
\n\tAble to work with technical and management staff
\n\tAble to coordinate and motivate a team towards a common goal
\n\tMotivate a team to deliver results timeously.
\n\tAble to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously
\n\tGood communication and interpersonal skills
\n\tIs innovative with a systematic approach for problem solving
\n\tConsult immediately with Manager with respect to client complaints and anomalous results and other technical non-conformances.
\n\tWorks well under pressure.
\n\tChallenges the status quo
\n\tFluent in English<\/p>\n
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