Minerals Lab Technician - Growth, Training & Benefits

Intertek; Kershaw (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation / PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Minerals Lab Technician to join our Kershaw, SC team. You will process client samples from preparation to reporting, ensuring compliance with ISO17025 and client requirements in a fast-paced mineral testing environment.

The role requires manual handling, attention to safety, and the ability to work independently after training within rotating 12-hour shifts. Intertek offers comprehensive benefits and a path for career growth.

Qualifications

• Stand for extended periods and lift approximately 50 pounds.
• Effective verbal and written communication in a lab/production environment.
• Ability to work independently after training with a fluctuating workload.
• Capable of fast-paced operations while maintaining safety and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude relevant to sample preparation equipment.
• Team player supporting operational and production requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure sampling, testing, and analytical activities are conducted safely, accurately, and in accordance with established quality standards
• Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, safety meetings, and other required operational communications
• Prepare samples using approved digestion and dissolution methods in accordance with laboratory work instructions and test methods, utilizing PPE
• Undertake sample analysis in accordance with documented Intertek laboratory procedures, able to work independently once competent
• Effectively manage workload by multitasking and self-managing multiple jobs to maximize time utilization
• Operate laboratory equipment, including sample preparation equipment, per training and safe work procedures
• Complete work in a timely manner aligned with priorities set by Lab Supervisor/Manager
• Perform routine housekeeping and weekly maintenance to maintain a clean, organized, contamination-free environment
• Maintain accurate records by completing laboratory worksheets and updating Excel spreadsheets
• Adhere to work deadlines and quality requirements as directed by Lab Supervisor/Manager
• Provide quality control support and elevate non-conformances per procedures
• Ensure quality records are updated daily and maintained per ISO 17025
• Provide technical support within training and authorization
• Comply with all work instructions and procedures, and safety guidelines
• Participate in risk management activities, including risk assessments and hazard controls

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Driver's license

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Excel

Job description

Intertek is seeking a Minerals Lab Technician to join our Kershaw, SC team. You will process client samples from preparation to reporting, ensuring compliance with ISO17025 and client requirements in a fast-paced mineral testing environment.

The role requires manual handling, attention to safety, and the ability to work independently after training within rotating 12-hour shifts. Intertek offers comprehensive benefits and a path for career growth.