Laboratory Technician - Paintshop

Job Overview:

Responsible for supporting the East London plant with chemical analysis and monitoring of critical materials and plant processes (e.g. pretreatment, e-coat) to ensure strict adherence to quality standards. The incumbent will also provide technical support for investigations and problem solving. Calibration / verification of analytical equipment and adherence to S.H.E.Q standards will form part of the scope of work of the technician

Minimum Requirements:

Matric/Grade 12
Minimum NQF 7 - Degree in Chemistry or relevant equivalent
3 + years' experience working in a chemical laboratory
Experience with automotive coatings, metal pretreatment and e-coat processes would be advantageous
Experience with various analytical techniques - e.g. Karl Fischer titration, scanning electron microscope, FTIR spectrophotometer – and test methods e.g. titrations

Main Responsibilities:

Responsible for analysis, monitoring and evaluation of materials and plant processes (e.g. metal pretreatment, e-coat) to ensure strict adherence to the company quality standards
Use analytical techniques and chemical knowledge to assist with investigations and problem solving
Conducts material evaluation as per the ISIR process
Conducts calibration/verification of equipment
Ensures adherence to SHEQ standards
Responsible for self-development
Ensures departmental operational plans are met e.g. deadlines
Performs delegated S.H.E.Q tasks and duties and informs superior about deviations
Ensure compliance with the Company's Integrity and Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E.Q requirements

Key Skills and Competencies:

Analytical and conceptual thinking
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function
People's Principles as per LEAD

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