- Performs laboratory testing, following relevant company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and methods.
- Prepares a representative subsample from client sample that meets specific requirements using defined methods (Dry, Crush, Pulverize, Pressure Filter, Mix, Riffle Split, etc.).
- Weighs and tests samples on relevant equipment.
- Weighs and digest samples for analysis using relevant equipment.
- Accurately completes and maintains all laboratory reports.
- Receives, sorts and logs client samples into the data base, and prepares samples' labels.
- Archives, returns, or disposes of client samples as per established procedure.
- Prepares monthly composites.
- Performs daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
- Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment. Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory.
- Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
- Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times. Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures. May also have preparation or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
- May assist Junior Technicians as required.
- Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- A valid and current Driver's license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle.
- May be required to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card).
- Language Skills: Intermediate English Required
- Mathematical Skills: Basic level Required
- Reasoning Skills/Abilities Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems
- Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers
- Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision Team player attitude, customer care focus
- MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency
- This job operates in a laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones.
- This role routinely uses sample prep equipment that may include Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Compressed Air.
- This role routinely uses laboratory equipment/instruments that may include Bottle-top Dispensers, Eppendorf Pipettes, Balances, Muffle Furnace, Sulfur Analyzer, Compressed gases, and ICP-OES as needed.
- Stand Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Move or traverse Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Sit Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Use hands Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Reach with hands and arms Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Climb or balance Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Talk/hear Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Taste/Smell Never (0%)
- Lift/carry/push or pull Never (0%)
- Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Work near moving mechanical pats Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Work in high, precarious places Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Fumes or airborne particles Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Toxic or caustic chemicals Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Outdoor weather conditions Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Extreme cold (non-weather) Never (0%)
- Extreme heat (non-weather) Never (0%)
- Risk of electrical shock Occasional (5% - 33%)
- Work with explosives Never (0%)
- Risk of radiation Never (0%)
- Vibration Frequent (34% - 66%)
- Bio-hazard Never (0%)
- Moderate Noise (examples: business office with computers & printers, light traffic)
- VISION REQUIREMENT
- No Special Vision Requirement
- Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
- Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)
- Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given post)
- Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationship)
- Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
- Ability to see color
- No special auditory requirements
- Provide with specific auditory requirements
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Laboratory Technician - Kershaw, United States - SGS Group
Description
Company DescriptionWe are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity.
Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY
The Laboratory Technician, Minerals under general supervision performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development by performing the following duties.
JOB FUNCTIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent Required
3+ years working in Industrial Laboratory or Field Services setting Required
Water Laboratory only:
Where required by the state law, Postsecondary (Associate or Bachelor's) degree in science, or minimum 1-year supervised water testing experience Required
Associate degree in or including some Science Preferred
5+ years working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards Preferred
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
ADDITIONAL KSAS
EQUIPMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORK CONDITIONS
NOISE LEVEL
AUDITORY REQUIREMENTS
AUDITORY REQUIREMENTS
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Perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
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