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SGSSupervisor - Fire Assay
SGS is seeking a Supervisor for Fire Assay to oversee routine analytical methods based on established fire assay protocols. This position suits professionals experienced in laboratory…
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SGS is seeking a Supervisor for Fire Assay to oversee routine analytical methods based on established fire assay protocols. This position suits professionals experienced in laboratory operations who can manage daily floor activities including weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling, and prill dissolution. The supervisor coordinates workflow between sections, oversees shift handovers, and ensures optimal use of staff and equipment. The role involves communicating with team leaders and operators to meet client…
Job Description
SGS is seeking a Supervisor for Fire Assay to oversee routine analytical methods based on established fire assay protocols. This position suits professionals experienced in laboratory operations who can manage daily floor activities including weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling, and prill dissolution. The supervisor coordinates workflow between sections, oversees shift handovers, and ensures optimal use of staff and equipment.
The role involves communicating with team leaders and operators to meet client turnaround and quality expectations, reporting daily production numbers, and maintaining discipline according to company standards. Additionally, the supervisor investigates procedural irregularities, trains new laboratory staff, handles job profiling and batching for different shifts, and reviews overtime records. Candidates must be prepared to follow instructions flexibly, maintain workplace cleanliness, and adhere to relevant quality, health, safety, and environmental policies.
Responsibilities
- Supervise routine analytical techniques based on established Fire Assay procedures
- Coordinate job progress and results between sections and departments
- Supervise floor operations including weighing, fluxing, fusion, cupelling, and prill dissolution
- Ensure proper shift handovers across day, night, and weekend shifts
- Optimize the utilization of staff, equipment, and facilities
- Liaise with team leaders and operators to meet customer turnaround and quality commitments
- Report daily production figures and provide explanations and evidence for targets to the Section Manager
- Report employee actions contrary to company rules to the Section Manager
- Investigate irregularities, non-conformances, and client or improvement requests
- Maintain clean work areas and drive good housekeeping practices
- Comply with company QHSE and quality management policies
- Utilize the LIMS system
- Train new laboratory employees on Fire Assay techniques and procedures
- Profile and batch jobs scheduled for various shifts
- Review overtime submission sheets prior to departmental head approval
- Assist in completing production reports and evaluating analytical results
- Cover for other senior staff during absences
- Perform additional tasks assigned by the direct line manager
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant discipline
- Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management Systems
- Full understanding of the LIMS system
- Compliance with ISO17025 and SANAS requirements
- Willingness to work overtime or flexible hours when necessary
- Adherence to punctuality requirements
Qualifications
- BSc, BTech, or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
- Fire assay certificate of competence
- Supervisory qualification
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the core educational requirements for the Supervisor - Fire Assay role?
Candidates must hold a BSc, BTech, or National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, or possess a Fire assay certificate of competence.
How much experience is required for this position?
Applicants need a minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant discipline.
Is the work location or remote policy specified?
The posting does not specify the work location or remote policy.
What is the salary for this position?
The salary is not stated in the job posting.
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