Fire Assay Technician

Turner Mining Group•Kershaw, SC

7d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor, the Fire Assay Technician processes client samples through the laboratory Fire Assay facility. Work includes weighing, fluxing, fusion, digestion, and presenting samples for AAS/ICP OES. The role follows laboratory procedures and work instructions, maintains safety and quality standards, and supports timely completion of laboratory work.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience in a Fire Assay Technician role.
Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including standing for extended periods and regularly lifting approximately 50 pounds in accordance with safe 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.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Practical problem-solving skills and sound mechanical aptitude relevant to sample preparation equipment.
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to support operational and production requirements.
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
Three years of experience in a Fire Assay Technician role.

Responsibilities

Ensure sampling, testing, and analysis are conducted safely and accurately to maintain consistent quality standards.
Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, and safety meetings.
Prepare samples using digestion, Fire Assay, and fusion methods in accordance with laboratory work instructions and test methods, using appropriate PPE.
Maintain accurate sample reconciliation and chain of custody, and promptly report anomalies to the supervisor or manager.
Analyze samples according to documented laboratory procedures and demonstrate competency to work independently when appropriate.
Manage multiple jobs and tasks to maximize time utilization.
Complete work promptly according to established priorities, including sample collection, preparation, and instrumentation duties.
Perform routine weekly laboratory tasks involving reasonable manual labor to maintain a clean, contaminant-free environment, including cleaning work surfaces, safety cabinets, and equipment.
Rack samples on and off trolleys and shelving, and perform subsampling, sieving, and compositing.
Weigh samples for various analyses.
Enter results into the laboratory information management system.
Prepare reports and present them for quality control checks by the Laboratory Supervisor and Lab Manager.
Comply with work instructions, work procedures, safe work procedures, safe work instructions, and lawful written or verbal directions from the supervisor.