Emerging Minerals Lab Tech: Quality & Prep

Vochure; Fruitland (ID); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Navajo North Coal Lab in Idaho seeks a Laboratory Technician – Junior Minerals to perform routine tests on solids, liquids, or gases under supervision. You will prepare samples, weigh and digest them, and help maintain accurate records to support quality control and product development.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), basic math and English skills, and the ability to follow SOPs. Some lab exposure is a plus, but entry-level candidates are welcome.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Some laboratory experience is an asset.
• Science-related study is an asset.
• No experience required unless state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory testing following SOPs and methods.
• Prepares subsamples from client samples using defined methods (dry, crush, sieve, etc.).
• Weighs and digests samples for analysis with appropriate equipment.
• Maintains laboratory records and prepares labels for samples.
• Receives and logs client samples and ensures proper disposal of waste.
• Performs QA/QC checks on equipment and ensures PPE is worn.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team player

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Science-related study

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, 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.

The Technician, Laboratory Junior Minerals under immediate supervision performs routine 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.

Job Functions

• Performs routine 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, Seive, Mix, Riffle Split, etc.).
• Weighs and digest samples for analysis, using relevant equipment.
• May completes and maintain 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.
• May 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 as required.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have preparation or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Some laboratory experience is an asset
• Science related study is an asset
• No experience required, unless required by state law

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)
• Must obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS. (Required)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: Intermediate English (Required)
• Advanced level (Preferred)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic (Required)
• Intermediate (Preferred)
• 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)

Computer Skills

• MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Outlook) – Intermediate user proficiency (Preferred)

Location

• SGS Navajo North Coal LabSGS Navajo North Coal Lab - Bing Mapssouth of Morgan Lake

Work Schedule

• 12-hour shifts, weekends and holidays
• Days (7am to 7pm) Nights (7pm to 7am).
• Positionrequires occasional overtime

Equipment

• This job operates in a laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones.
• This role routinely uses sample prep equipment that may include Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Riffle Splitters, Gilson Sieve and Compressed Air.
• This role routinely uses laboratory equipment/instruments that may include Balances, Muffle Furnace, Sulfur Analyzer, Ash Fusion Analyzer, TGA Thermo Gravimetrical Analyzer and Compressed gases.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand:Frequent
• Move or traverse:Occasional
• Sit:Frequent
• Use hands:Frequent
• Reach with hands and arms:Frequent
• Climb or balance: Occasional
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:Occasional
• Talk/hear: Frequent
• Taste/Smell: Never
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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