Minerals Lab Technician: Entry-Level Quality & Prep

SGS; Champion Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician, Junior Minerals to perform routine tests and determine chemical and physical properties of materials for quality control and product development. Under supervision, you will prepare subsamples, weigh and digest samples, and help maintain accurate lab records.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic English, and strong attention to detail. Some positions may require water-lab credentials or 1 year of testing experience, with rotating shifts in a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Water lab work: if state law requires, a post-secondary science degree or minimum 1 year supervised water testing experience.
• No experience required unless state law dictates otherwise.
• A valid and current driver's license may be required if driving a company vehicle is needed.
• TWIC and MSHA certifications may be required depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory testing following SOPs and methods.
• Prepares representative subsamples using defined dry, crush, pulverize, and split methods.
• Weighs and digests samples for analysis.
• Completes and maintains laboratory reports.
• Records client samples in the database and prepares sample labels.
• Ensures PPE use and safety compliance; maintains clean laboratory environment.
• Performs QA/QC checks on equipment.
• May have field responsibilities as needed by business.

Skills

English communication

Mathematics (Basic)

Reasoning (Intermediate)

Communication skills

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Science degree or water lab experience (where required)

Tools

Jaw Crusher

Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills

Pressure Filters

Riffle Splitters

Balances

Muffle Furnace

ICP-OES

Job description

SGS is seeking a Laboratory Technician, Junior Minerals to perform routine tests and determine chemical and physical properties of materials for quality control and product development. Under supervision, you will prepare subsamples, weigh and digest samples, and help maintain accurate lab records.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic English, and strong attention to detail. Some positions may require water-lab credentials or 1 year of testing experience, with rotating shifts in a