Sample Preparation Technician

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Job Description

The Sample Preparation Technician is responsible for proper preparation of mineral samples for analysis in accordance with all applicable standards and company procedures by performing the following duties.

• Unpack, sort, transfer and dry samples
• Execute and perform crushing, pulverizing and screening of geological materials as per SGS’ Standard Operating Procedures.
• Conduct routine quality checks including particle size analysis, dust loss and report data immediately to the Supervisor or group leader if results are outside of acceptability parameters.
• Ensure that work order documentation is complete in every respect and QC results are entered into SLIMS as necessary.
• Maintain clean and organized workbench area ensuring spills are immediately cleaned; disposal is according to laboratory procedures including any special requirements for handling international soils.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order making the Supervisor or group leader aware of any damaged or defective equipment or any equipment requiring adjustment i.e., pulverizing time or crushers gapping.
• Keep all records and notebooks in good order including work order and equipment maintenance logs.
• May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections when required.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• No experience needed 
• 0-1 year working in industrial/lab/field setting with experience following strict safety standards (Preferred)
• Position requires occasional overtime.
• Language Skills: Intermediate English 
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems 
• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers 
• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe 
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision 
• Team player attitude, customer care focus 

Additional Information

$20.00/hour

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.

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