Minerals Lab Technician – Entry-Level QC & Prep

SGS; Fruitland (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Navajo North Coal Lab in New Mexico is seeking a Laboratory Technician – Junior Minerals to perform routine tests under supervision, contributing to quality control and product development.

You will prepare subsamples, weigh and digest samples, operate lab equipment, maintain records, and ensure safety and cleanliness. The role involves working 12-hour rotating shifts and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory testing under SOPs and methods.
• Prepares a representative subsample from client samples using specified methods.
• Weighs and digests samples for analysis using appropriate equipment.
• Receives, sorts, logs client samples, and prepares labels.
• Archives, returns, or disposes of client samples per procedure.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly QA/QC checks on equipment.
• Maintains clean, safe work environment and follows PPE protocols.
• Operates and maintains laboratory apparatus and related equipment.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some laboratory experience

Science related study

No experience required unless required by state law

Job description

SGS Navajo North Coal Lab in New Mexico is seeking a Laboratory Technician – Junior Minerals to perform routine tests under supervision, contributing to quality control and product development.

You will prepare subsamples, weigh and digest samples, operate lab equipment, maintain records, and ensure safety and cleanliness. The role involves working 12-hour rotating shifts and potential overtime.