Job Details
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Job Description
SUMMARY
The Field Technician, Junioris responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis by performing the following duties.
REPORTING LINE
Directly reports to a Supervisor, Laboratory or a Manager, Field Services, or Laboratory, or Preparation
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 to perform job functions.
Collects samples as product and or raw materials that are being transferred to containers, vessels, barges, trucks, and/or rail.
Ensures sample containers and all related paperwork are labeled with identifying data, location of sample, date, and time of collection.
Delivers sample to laboratory for analysis.
Performs preparation of samples, reduction and division of appropriate sizes.
Gathers samples at specified locations, states of processing and time interval.
Performs sample screening and/or other related physical tests.
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 Preparation 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 Employees
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
High School or equivalent
No experience required, unless required by state law
Preferred:
None
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
A valid and current Driver s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle.
Will 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; may be required to travel overnight occasionally.
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: 151 Eastern Drive Sophia WV
Work Schedule:
Fixed Hour Shift - Days
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
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.
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