General Laborer

SGS•Kershaw, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services. The Onsite Laboratory Technician performs laboratory tests for our client Oceana Gold to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of solid or liquid materials for process or quality control purposes, by performing the following duties.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent Required
2+ years working in Industrial set up or Field Services setting Required
Water Laboratory only: Where required by the state law, Post-secondary (Associate or Bachelor’s) degree in science, or minimum 1-year supervised water testing experience Required
A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. Required
May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS. Required
Language Skills: Intermediate English Required
Mathematical Skills: Basic level Required
Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems Required
Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers Required
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Required
Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision Required
Team player attitude, customer care focus Required

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in or including some Science Preferred
4+ years working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards Preferred
Language Skills: Advanced level Preferred
Mathematical Skills: Intermediate level Preferred
MS Office (Word, Excel) – Intermediate user proficiency Preferred

Responsibilities

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.
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.