Sample Preparation Technician - Lab QA & Safety

AHK Group Ltd; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and benefits package

Job summary

Alfred H Knight AB Minerals Arabia is seeking a Sample Preparation Technician for our Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia site. You will prepare client samples for analysis following set procedures and SOPs, adhering to QMS guidelines and maintaining precise records.

You will operate calibrated equipment, label samples, and monitor safety and environmental protocols while supporting continuous quality improvements and a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience in sampling and Sample Preparation.
• Knowledge and experience in sampling and sample preparation.
• Grade 12 secondary school with science or 5 years of relevant work experience in sample preparation or analytical laboratory would be an advantage.
• Forklift license/certification, or experience driving a forklift is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate various sample preparation equipment following procedures outlined in QWIs.
• Sort received samples per clients submission form and note discrepancies.
• Barcode labelling of sorted samples and capture of received sample weight.
• Transfer scanned samples to drying racks.
• Crush, riffle, split and sieve as directed prior to drying samples at specified temperature.
• Operate pulverizing mills to achieve desired specification for end product.
• Inform supervisor promptly of problems (e.g., wet samples, machinery breakdown).
• Maintain machinery and equipment per procedures.
• Keep work areas clean and tidy.

Skills

Good numerical skills

Good hand-eye coordination

Good organizational skills

Teamwork ability

Basic alpha/numeric comprehension

Basic English communication skills

Education

Grade 12 with science or 5 years relevant work experience

Forklift license/certification or forklift experience

Job description

Alfred H Knight AB Minerals Arabia is seeking a Sample Preparation Technician for our Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia site. You will prepare client samples for analysis following set procedures and SOPs, adhering to QMS guidelines and maintaining precise records.

You will operate calibrated equipment, label samples, and monitor safety and environmental protocols while supporting continuous quality improvements and a safe working environment.