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Eastern Cape: Laboratory Supervisor posted by Staff Solutions

Date 2025-01-30
Job Title Laboratory Supervisor
Employer Staff Solutions
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Category Manufacturing
Location Eastern Cape
/ Eastern Cape

Job Summary

Key

Responsibilities:


Laboratory Operations – Testing & Reporting

  • Conduct incoming product chemical/elemental testing and verify Certificates of Conformance (COCs) as outlined in the Laboratory Control Plan.
  • Ensure timely testing, processing of data, and verification of records for easy retrieval.
  • Oversee manufacturing in-process product testing, adhering to defined methods in the Laboratory Control Plan.
  • Manage third-party specialized laboratory testing.
  • Perform finished product audits, including battery performance testing and requalification for compliance with customer specifications and standards.
  • Present data in clear, statistical formats for efficient review and understanding.
  • Conduct observational audits to ensure accurate test methods are followed and results are reported on time.
  • Provide input for Approved Supplier Scorecards and collaborate with third-party laboratories to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction.
  • Evaluate and distribute test results to relevant teams on time.
  • Maintain compliance with audit schedules and ensure customer feedback is integrated for ongoing improvement.

Compliance

  • Ensure laboratory operations fully comply with ISO 17025 standards.
  • Identify and report risks or concerns within the department to management.
  • Strictly adhere to and enforce Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental legislation to mitigate risks.
  • Achieve successful audits for Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
  • Report identified risks to management promptly.

Customer Service

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external customers to deliver top-quality service.
  • Collaborate with teams to solve problems while upholding high levels of integrity and professionalism.
  • Achieve positive customer feedback and be recognized as a team player during performance reviews.

Staff Supervision

  • Manage the development and tracking of the laboratory skills matrix, promoting employee versatility and skill growth.
  • Set objectives for the laboratory team and conduct performance reviews at least twice annually.

Equipment & Budget Management

  • Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
  • Contribute to budget preparation and ensure transparent financial resource usage.
  • Identify opportunities for cost control and waste reduction to promote efficiency.
  • Report faulty equipment promptly and monitor budget expenditure closely.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Minimum: Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (NQF 6).
  • Advantageous: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (NQF 7).

Experience:

  • Minimum: 3–5 years of laboratory operations experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or management role.
  • Advantageous: 5–7 years in laboratory operations within a manufacturing environment (preferably in the chemical industry), with 3–4 years in a supervisory/management capacity.

Technical Competencies:

  • Strong understanding of MSA, SPC, and statistical analysis.
  • Proficiency in computer software (Excel, Minitab, and data visualization tools).
  • Experience with SAP, Power BI, and Shopware is a plus.

Laboratory Supervisor position available in Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape. This job position was posted by Staff Solutions. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-01-30 at 01:08:10 in the Manufacturing category

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