The Candel FZE is a manufacturing company engaged in the development, production, marketing and distribution of agrochemicals, specialised fertilisers, seeds and allied products in Nigeria. It is located in the Lekki Free Zone, Ibeju- Lekki, Lagos; near Dangote Refinery.
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Analytical Chemist (Entry Level)
Location: Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos Employment Type: Full-time
Essential Duties & Responsibilities These include, but are not limited to:
Follow and ensure strict safety procedures and standards in the laboratory.
Sample incoming raw materials and perform laboratory tests on the materials to ensure it meets specification before receipt into warehouse.
Prepare reagents in line with the SOP and ensure the reagents are well labelled.
Carry out physico-chemical analysis on in-process and finished products in line with defined standard operating procedure and ensure results are well documented in the QA records.
Ensure Laboratory equipment’s, glass wares and work bench are well maintained
Verify/calibrate/document laboratory equipment and ensure optimal performance
Ensure routine auditing of laboratory stock chemicals and glass ware and submit report to QA Manager
Ensure the laboratory meets good laboratory practice(GLP) standards
Track and Monitor performance levels in all operations on Quality, Process and Equipment through collation, analysis and storage of relevant data and dissemination to the QA manager
Prepare weekly and monthly quality reports and submit to the QA manager
Comply and enforce PPE usage, issuance and replacement
Requirements
Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry graduate from any of the Nigerian Universities.
Must have analytical skill and mind set
Must be familiar with and able to handle basic laboratory equipment/apparatus
Must have a good knowledge of Quality Assurance (ISO) and familiar with regulatory policies, standards/ specifications (NAFDAC, SON)
Must be able to work effectively with minimal supervision and under pressure in order to release results on time
Good PC skills and Knowledge of Microsoft packages essential for effective report writing.
Must be flexible in approach to work and shift patterns.