Precision Sample Prep Technician (Safety‑Focused)

Turner Mining Group; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Mining Group is seeking a diligent sample preparation technician to accurately handle, weigh and process samples in a safe production environment. You will operate prep equipment, maintain chain of custody, and participate in daily safety meetings to uphold quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a strong safety mindset, good communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team while performing manual handling tasks and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Previous sample preparation desirable.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift 15–20 kg.

Responsibilities

• Sort and weigh samples and rotate trolleys through ovens.
• Operate crushing, splitting and pulverising machinery safely.
• Report quality, production or safety issues promptly.
• Maintain sample integrity and chain of custody.
• Participate in pre-start meetings and safety briefings.
• Keep a tidy, compliant work area and assist with house-keeping.

Skills

Manual handling

Safety awareness

Team communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Year 10 or equivalent

Job description

1. POSITION PURPOSE

The primary purpose of this role is to prepare samples accurately and efficiently according to approved procedures, and in a safe and efficient manner to achieve a quality product.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES (included and not limited to):

2.1 Technical/Functional

· Sort and weigh samples

· Rotate sample trolleys in and out of drying ovens

· Safely operate machinery to crush, split and pulverise samples, as directed by the Shift Supervisor

· Report any quality, production or safety issues

· Work efficiently to achieve a consistent level of production

· Recognize basic quality deviations

· Ensure accurate sample reconciliation and chain of custody is maintained. Immediately report any anomalies to the supervisor/manager

· Work in accordance with standard production procedures.

· Perform housekeeping and keep a tidy work area

· Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, Safety meetings

· Complete all tasks with a high degree of care and attention to detail to ensure sample integrity

· Demonstrate effective communication skills and integration into the team

· Other appropriate duties as instructed by the Shift Supervisor.

2.2 Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHSE)

· Be responsible for complying with OHSE requirements and contributing to the creation and maintenance of a healthy and safe work environment.

· Comply with all applicable work instructions, work procedures, safe work procedures, safe work instructions, and lawful directions provided by the supervisor, whether written or verbal.

· Correctly wear, maintain, and dispose of personal protective equipment in accordance with requirements.

· Identify and promptly report safety hazards, and take reasonable action to mitigate risks to an acceptable level where it is safe to do so.

· Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the work area.

· Take reasonable care for their own psychological and physical health and safety, and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

· Exercise the authority to stop a task or operation where an imminent and serious risk to people, property, or the environment is identified, and immediately escalate the matter to a supervisor.

· Participate in risk management activities, including the completion of risk assessments and hazard controls.

· Report all OHSE incidents, injuries, and near misses to the supervisor as soon as practicable.

· Cooperate with all reasonable safety and health policies, procedures, and initiatives implemented by the Employer.

· Take reasonable care of plant, equipment, and tools, ensuring they are used correctly and not misused or damaged.

· Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and other OHSE-related training or consultations as required.

2.3 Other

· The ability to perform manual handling and lift up to 20kg with repetition safely.

· The right to work and live in Australia.

1. POSITION REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Education & Qualifications

• The completion of at least year 10 or equivalent

3.2 Knowledge & Experience

· Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety

· Previous experience in sample preparation desirable.

3.3 Skills & Abilities

· Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including standing for extended periods and regularly lifting items weighing approximately 15–20 kg, in accordance with safe work practices.

· Effective verbal and written communication skills suitable for a laboratory and production environment.

· Ability to work independently once trained, while managing a fluctuating workload and changing priorities.

· Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

· Strong practical problem-solving skills with sound mechanical aptitude relevant to sample preparation equipment.

· Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to support operational and production requirements.

3.4 Other

· Driver’s License

2. COMPANY GLOBAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Leadership

• Lead by example, comply with all legal, professional and company requirements.
• Provide guidance to colleagues and through them the business line to maintain engagement in the company’s vision and strategy, build a capable workforce and provide a work environment in which people can perform.
• Provide leadership through promoting and creating buy in for a 10x culture and 5x5 strategy.
• Ensure that systems are utilised and maintained as required.
• Ensure that effective communication methods are adopted throughout the team.
• Ensure that HR policies and procedures are followed at all times.

4.2 Team focus

• Participate in formal and informal team communication activities.
• Participate in the development and achievement of team goals and workload requirements.
• Contribute to the development of new and innovative processes and practices.

4.3 Other

• Other appropriate duties as requested by your Employer.
• You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
• Actively participate in the management and compliance of company Country and Global safety policies, procedures and requirements.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including: HR, IT, quality and operations.