Sample Prep Technician - Minerals

Intertek•Houston, SC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek is seeking a Sample Prep Technician to join its Minerals team in Kershaw, South Carolina. Intertek Minerals provides geochemical assay and testing, minerals inspection, and trade services supporting the global minerals and mining supply chain. The technician prepares samples accurately and efficiently according to approved procedures, working safely to produce quality results. The position works 12-hour rotating shifts, alternating between 6 AM–6 PM and 6 PM–6 AM. The role requires working off-shifts and overtime as needed. It involves operating sample preparation machinery, handling samples, maintaining accurate reconciliation and chain of custody, and supporting safe, orderly production operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work off-shifts or swing shifts between nights and days, and 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.
Strong 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, and safety issues.
Work efficiently to achieve a consistent level of production.
Recognize basic quality deviations.
Ensure accurate sample reconciliation and maintain chain of custody.
Immediately report anomalies to the 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 the supervisor as soon as practicable.