Preparation Technician

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Summary

The 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.

Job Functions

• Works under immediate supervision.
• 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.
• Performs sample pickups and field testing in the field.
• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal, petroleum coke, fertilizers, 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.
• Transports samples to/from laboratory/office location.
• 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.

Education and Experience

• High 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 is required if the role requires driving a company vehicle. (Required)
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). (Preferred)

Work Schedule:

• Flexible hour shifts- Days
• Position requires occasional overtime.

Work Location: Hampton, VA

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.

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