Preparation Technician, Jr. at SGS North America Inc. in Henderson, Kentucky

Job Description:

Company Description



We 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




SUMMARY



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



REPORTING LINE



Directly reports to Preparations Supervisor, or Laboratory Manager


Dotted reporting line - none



JOB FUNCTIONS




Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



• Works under immediate supervision.


• Prepares mineral samples (i.e., coal, iron ore, limestone, 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.



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES



• Supervises others: No


• Has hiring and terminating responsibilities: No


• Number of employees directly reporting to this job: 0 Supervisory Employees, 0 Non-Supervisory Employee



Qualifications




EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE




Required:


• High School or equivalent


• No experience



Preferred:



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



LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS



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


• May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS.



KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES



• 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


• Computer Skills: MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency preferred


• 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



TRAVEL



• Local day travel may be required.



EQUIPMENT



• 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.



PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB




Physical/Sensory Demands Frequency Requirements:



• 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


• Lift/carry/push or pull - up to 50 pounds



Vision Requirement:



• 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 may be required



Auditory Requirements:



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



SAFETY CATEGORY



• Safety Critical: Has a high exposure to a catastrophic operational incident; has a direct role in operations where failure could result in serious harm to public or employee well-being, Group assets, or the environment; and has no direct or very limited supervision available to provide operational checks.



WORK CONDITIONS / EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS




Location of the Job: Henderson, KY



Work Schedule:



• Fixed Hour Shift - Nights


• Position requires occasional overtime.



Environmental Conditions Requirements:


• 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



Noise level: keep the highest that applies


• Moderate-Loud Noise



Other Physical/Work Environmental Exposures:



• None