Shift Analyst / Chemist (Cement Industry) at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Shift Analyst / Chemist (Cement Industry)

Reference No.: Quality Assurance-Obajana-002
Location: Obajana, Kogi
Employment Type: Full time

Job Summary

• Coordinate samples testing and inspection process; document and report on sample test outcomes and ensure appropriate maintenance of equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyse core drilled samples from the mines, in line with approved sampling and analysis standards and procedures.
• Analyse sample of excavated and crushed materials (including materials on the conveyor belt) for quality parameters.
• Analyse exploration samples for projects and interpret results accordingly.
• Ensure results are accurately interpreted and relevant actions are taken where necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records/ database for all sample analysis and interpretation.
• Work with the Cross Belt Analyser (CBA) to optimize quality performance and minimize errors.
• Identify and rectify deviations from target quality standards promptly and inform the Head, Quality Control and Assurance of actions taken.
• Manage inventory of chemicals and other laboratory items including glassware in the laboratory stores and request for new supplies where necessary.
• Assist in the maintenance of ISO quality management systems in the unit.
• Prepare periodic lab analysis and activity reports.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the laboratory on a consistent basis.
• Maintain laboratory and relevant equipment in good working condition.
• Provide adequate supervision to assigned Lab Technicians.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head, Quality Control & Assurance.

Requirements
Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Geo Chemistry or relevant discipline.
• Zero (0) to three (3) years relevant work experience.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good knowledge of quality control methods and instruments
• Good knowledge of quality audit/ testing processes for cement
• Good knowledge of the cement production process
• Good knowledge of ISO quality management systems
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Good relationship management skills
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.