The Data Evaluator will be responsible for analysis of assigned samples in the most accurate and productive way and timely as per relevant Test Method Instruction; assist the Section manager in ensuring compliance with the SGS Laboratory Quality Manual, as well as Health and Safety procedures.
- Evaluate, validate and report analytical results
- Evaluate and ensure technical accuracy of analytical results reported
- Monitor analytical processes and take remedial action where deviations/discrepancies arise impacting on the quality of analytical results
- Consult with the HOD to address retest result anomalies or other problems with samples or analyses
- Report any apparatus or equipment, which to your knowledge, is not functioning correctly to the Section Manager.
- Use SLIMS for data input and data transfers as required
- All analytical data and calculations shall be made traceable and stored in the relevant files for that purpose or SLIMS.
- Recording and filing of all equipment records for Quality purposes
- Assist with troubleshooting and problem solving
- Re-analyze samples when control results are not within the control charts’ limits
- Ensure that quality procedures are complied with
- Ensure compliance with the Laboratory Health and Safety Act.
- Perform duties on all relevant workstations as required by the departmental workload
- Must be willing to work overtime whenever necessary
- Wait for the arrival of his / her relief at the end of the shift, to ensure smooth shift take over.
- Deputize for the Shift Supervisors when required
- Assist with the training of new staff and/or Operators on new methods and/or procedures
- The Data Evaluator must be prepared to stand in for the Chemists when necessary and to take the lead on a workstation where needed
- Assist with control, time keeping and administration duties
- Assist with overtime planning in consultation with the Section manager
- Assist section manager with production planning
- Participate and form part of Operational Integrity projects and campaigns
- Apply Check status process and use the Stop Work Authority whenever the control of risks is not clearly established and understood
- Adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct manager