Laboratory Technician, Jr

• Performs routine laboratory testing, following relevant company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and methods.
• Prepares a representative subsample from client sample that meets specific requirements using defined methods (Dry, Crush, Pulverize, Pressure Filter, Mix, Riffle Split, etc.).
• Weighs and digest samples for analysis, using relevant equipment.
• May completes and maintain laboratory reports.
• Receives, sorts and logs client samples into the data base, and prepares samples' labels.
• Archives, returns, or disposes of client samples as per established procedure.
• Prepares monthly composites.
• May performs daily, weekly, and monthly Quality Assurance/Quality Control checks on equipment.
• Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment.
• Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of the laboratory.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn as required.
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures.
• May also have preparation or field responsibilities, as required by business needs.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School or equivalent Required

• No experience required, unless required by state law Required

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

• Language Skills: Intermediate English Required (Advanced Preferred)

• Mathematical Skills: Basic Required (Intermediate Preferred)

• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems Required

• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers Required

• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe Required

• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations Required

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Required

• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision Required

• Team player attitude, customer care focus Required

• MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency Preferred

• Local day travel may be required; may be required to travel overnight occasionally.

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones.

• This role may use sample prep equipment that may include Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Compressed Air, Hammer Mill Crushers, Ovens, Balances, and basic sampling tools.

• Stand Constantly

• Move or traverse Constantly

• Sit Occasionally

• Use hands Constantly

• Reach with hands and arms Frequently

• Climb or balance Occasionally

• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally

• Talk/hear Frequently

• Taste/Smell None

• Lift/carry/push or pull Frequently 50 lbs

• Rotating Shift

• Position requires occasional overtime.

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions: Occasionally

• Work near moving mechanical parts Frequently

• Work in high, precarious places: Occasionally

• Fumes or airborne particles: Frequently

• Toxic or caustic chemicals: Occasionally

• Outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally

• Extreme cold (non-weather): None

• Extreme heat (non-weather): None

• Risk of electrical shock: Occasionally

• Work with explosives: None

• Risk of radiation: None

• Vibration: Frequently

• Bio-hazard: None

• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

• None

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)

• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)

• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

• Depth perception (three-dimension vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationships)

• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

• Ability to see color

• Must be able to hear equipment operating, alarms sounding, traffic, telephones

SGS