Lab Maintenance Technician - Minerals

Intertek•Kershaw, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Minerals Lab Maintenance Technician to join our Minerals team in Kershaw, 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. Under direction of the Lab Manager - Minerals, the Lab Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance service and repairs in the areas of sample preparation equipment, fire assay equipment, fume hoods and neutralization systems, etc. 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.

Requirements

Maintenance Trade School certification
Ability to comprehend complex technical drawings equipment drawings and troubleshoot as required
Ability to plan and perform mechanical tasks safely as per technical instructions
Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including standing for extended periods and regularly lifting items weighing 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
Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining safety and quality standards
Strong practical problem-solving skills with sound mechanical aptitude
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to support operational and production requirements
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required

Nice To Haves

Millwright or Industrial Mechanic experience is preferred
Two years of experience in a machine fitting / repair environment

Responsibilities

Ensure all laboratory equipment within sample preparation equipment, fire assay equipment, fume hoods and neutralization systems, etc. are in working order and maintained as per preventive maintenance schedule
Advise Lab Manager of spare parts list in line with equipment requirements
Ensure maintenance instrument logs and calibration records are maintained to ensure the validity and traceability of the information
Seek vendors and quotations for work beyond internal capabilities with prior approval from Lab Manager
Provide consultation to Lab Manager as to additional improvements opportunities for equipment utilization and efficiency
During downtime, assist Lab Technicians as required by Lab Manager