Preparation Technician- Night Shift

SGS North America Inc.; Sophia (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. in Sophia, WV is seeking a Night Shift Sample Preparation Technician to join our laboratory and field teams. You will prepare mineral samples, label and track them, and ensure data accuracy and clean, organized workspaces.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent; no experience is acceptable, with 1+ year in industrial/lab settings preferred. You will follow strict safety procedures, wear PPE, and work 7pm–4am with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• No experience required.
• 1+ year in industrial/lab/field setting with safety standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works under immediate supervision.
• Prepares mineral samples (coal, petroleum coke, etc.) by crushing samples per required published standards using various sample crusher models.
• Transfers and labels samples, identifying date and paperwork.
• Files and locates samples.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on preparation equipment.
• Accurately records all data related to sample preparation.
• Ensures equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Wears PPE relevant for tasks at all times.
• Ensures compliance with local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May have Field Operation or Laboratory responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Full-timeCompany DescriptionWe 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.

Job Description

• Works under immediate supervision.


• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal and petroleum coke, etc.) by crushing samples in accordance with required published standards, using various sample crusher models.


• Transfers and labels samples, identifying date, and associated paperwork.


• Files and locates samples.


• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all preparation equipment.


• Accurately records all data associated with the preparation of samples.


• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.


• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times.


• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.


• May also have Field Operation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs.


• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and ExperienceHigh School or equivalent (Required)


• No experience (Required)


• 1+ year working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid and current Driver's license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)


• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). (Required)

Work Schedule

Night shift, 7pm - 4am and with weekend work. Position requires occasional overtime.

Work Location

Sophia, WV

Additional Information

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.