Sample Prep Technician - Minerals

Intertek•Houston, TX

5h•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 Sample Prep Technician to join our Minerals team in Kershaw, SC. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in [industry or career path name]. 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. The Sample Prep Technician is responsible for preparing samples accurately adn efficiently according to approved procedures, and in a safe and efficient manner to achieve a quality product.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
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 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 is required

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in a Gold or Base Metals laboratory

Responsibilities

Sort and weigh samples
Rotate sample trolleys in and out of drying ovens
Safely operate machinery to crush, split and pulverise samples, as directed by the Shift Supervisor
Report any quality, production or safety issues
Work efficiently to achieve a consistent level of production
Recognize basic quality deviations
Ensure accurate sample reconciliation and chain of custody is maintained. Immediately report any anomalies to the supervisor/manager
Work in accordance with Intertek’s standard production procedures.
Perform housekeeping and keep a tidy work area
Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, Safety meetings
Participate in risk management activities, including the completion of risk assessments and hazard controls
Report all OHSE incidents, injuries, and near misses to the supervisor as soon as practicable