Laboratory Technician

SGS•Denver, CO

1d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for 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. Summary The Technician, Laboratory 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.

Requirements

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, 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 follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe Required
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations 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
5+ 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

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.