Lab Technician Minerals

Laboratory Technician - Minerals - Kershaw South Carolina

Intertek a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies is actively seeking aMinerals Lab Technicianto join our Minerals team inKershaw SC. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the minerals testing and mining services industry.

Intertek Minerals provides geochemical assay and testing services minerals inspection and trade services to support the minerals and mining supply chain globally from grassroots exploration to final product shipment. With industry-recognized technical expertise and an established global network Intertek offers end to end Total Quality Assurance across our clients entire resource development chain. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world.We go beyond Testing Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide.Our Purpose: Bringing quality safety and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for

Under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor the Laboratory Technicianis responsible forprocessingclient samples through the laboratory from sample preparation and analysis through to the recording ofanalytical resultsand preparingreports to ensure compliance withIntertek operating procedures ISO17025 standard and Client requirements ina timelyand efficient manner.

Shift/Schedule: 12 hour rotating shifts

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical dental vision life disability 401(k) with company match generous vacation / sick time (PTO) tuition reimbursement and more.

What youll do:

• Ensure all sampling testing and analytical activities are conducted safely accurately andin accordance withestablished quality standards

• Participate in daily pre-start meetings shift handovers safety meetings and other required operational communications

• Prepare samples using approved digestion and dissolution methodsin accordance withlaboratory work instructions and test methodsutilizingappropriate personalprotective equipment (PPE)

• Undertake sample analysisin accordance withdocumented Intertek laboratory proceduresdemonstratingthe ability to work independently and without direct supervision oncedeemedcompetent

• Effectively manage workload by multitasking and self-managing multiple jobs tomaximizetimeutilizationand meet operational priorities

• Operate laboratory equipment including sample preparation equipmentin accordance withtraining and safe work procedures

• Complete workin a timely mannerin line with priorities set by the Lab Supervisor or Lab Manager including sample receipt preparation analysis and instrumentation duties.

• Perform routine laboratory housekeeping and weekly maintenance tasks involving reasonable manual handling tomaintaina cleanorganized and contamination-free work environment including work surfaces safety cabinets and equipment.

• Maintainaccuraterecords by completing laboratory worksheets and updating Excel spreadsheets and other required systemsin accordance withlaboratory procedures.

• Adhere to work deadlines and quality requirements as directed by the Lab Supervisor or Lab Manager

• Provide quality control support to colleagues and escalate non-conformancesin accordance withlaboratory procedures

• Ensure quality records for the work area are updated daily andmaintainedin accordance withthe laboratory quality management system and ISO 17025 best practice

• Provide technical support within the scope of individual training competency andauthorizationwhenrequired

• Comply withall applicable work instructions work procedures safe work procedures safe work instructions and lawful directions provided by the supervisor whether written or verbal

• Participate in risk management activities including the completion of risk assessments and hazard controls

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks including standing for extended periods and regularly lifting items weighingapproximately 50 poundsin accordance withsafe work practices

• Effective verbal and written communication skills suitable for a laboratory and production environment

• Ability to work independently once trained while managing a fluctuating workload and changing priorities

• Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment whilemaintainingsafety and quality standards

• Strong practical problem-solving skills with sound mechanical aptitude relevant to sample preparation equipment

• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to support operational and production requirements

• Valid drivers license and reliable driving record is required

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Associates Degree preferred
• Two years of experience working in a Gold or Base Metals laboratory

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market with a proven high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion pace and precision we work to exceed our customers expectations while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Interteks network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation or who need assistance applying please emailor call 1- (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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