Quality Control Chemist

About the role

ALS is hiring a Quality Control Chemist for its laboratory in Namibia, reporting to the Lab Manager. The laboratory runs 24/7, so the employee must be able to work shifts and flexible hours. The role covers quality control, instrument oversight and daily management of the analytical section.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure timely, accurate results are reported to clients through sound analytical analysis and correct QC interpretation.
• Maintain the quality system in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025, and ensure compliance with ALS standards, company policies and local legislation.
• Approve outgoing analytical data and oversee run and work order approvals for the EDXRF instrument.
• Manage the daily operation of the analytical/instrumentation section, including workload, turnaround time, HSE targets and HSE compliance.
• Provide technical input to the EDXRF section, advise on inventory and consumables, and keep instruments maintained and calibrated.
• Organize participation in internal and external round robins and proficiency testing for copper cathodes, and carry out QC and SHE investigations when required.
• Train and mentor junior staff, propose improvements to procedures and validate new methods.

Required profile

• Degree in Chemistry, Science, Geology or Engineering, or equivalent in-depth knowledge of Chemistry or Geology.
• At least 2-5 years of laboratory experience.
• Hands-on knowledge of pXRF and ED-XRF instruments and of geochemical analytical techniques.
• Strong customer focus and ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines.
• Eligible to work in the country of application (citizen, permanent resident or holder of a valid working visa).

Required skills

• Good understanding of ISO 17025 accreditation processes and quality management.
• Ability to operate spectroscopic instruments such as AA, ICP, Spark OES and XRF.
• Good MS Word and Excel skills; in-depth knowledge of classical wet chemistry or geochemical digestion methods.
• Supervisory skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask.

To apply, submit an online application with a resume and cover letter.