Sample Prep Technician - Minerals

Intertek•Kershaw, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek is seeking a Sample Prep Technician to join its Minerals team in Kershaw, South Carolina. The role prepares samples accurately and efficiently according to approved procedures while maintaining safety and product quality. Intertek Minerals provides geochemical assay and testing, minerals inspection, and trade services to support the global minerals and mining supply chain. The position works 12-hour rotating shifts, alternating between 6 a.m.–6 p.m. and 6 p.m.–6 a.m. The technician sorts, weighs, dries, crushes, splits, and pulverizes samples; maintains sample reconciliation and chain of custody; reports quality, production, and safety concerns; and follows standard production procedures. The role also involves housekeeping, shift meetings and handovers, and participation in risk-management activities. Intertek offers medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; a 401(k) with company match; vacation and sick time (PTO); tuition reimbursement; and other benefits. Intertek is a drug-free workplace, and certain positions may require a pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work rotating off-shifts between days and nights and work overtime as needed.
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

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 pulverize samples as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
Report quality, production, or safety issues.
Work efficiently to achieve a consistent level of production.
Recognize basic quality deviations.
Maintain accurate sample reconciliation and chain of custody, and immediately report anomalies to a supervisor or manager.
Follow Intertek’s standard production procedures.
Perform housekeeping and keep the work area tidy.
Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, and safety meetings.
Participate in risk-management activities, including completing risk assessments and hazard controls.
Report OHSE incidents, injuries, and near misses to a supervisor as soon as practicable.