General Laborer- Night Shift

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for 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.

About the role

The General Laborer leads night shift field inspector duties, responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis. This role takes on additional responsibility as Team Lead in the absence of the Supervisor/Manager and operates with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Collects samples of product or raw materials from containers, vessels, barges, trucks, and/or rail.
• Gathers samples at specified locations, documenting date, states of processing, and time intervals.
• Labels sample containers and related paperwork with location, date, and time of collection.
• Delivers samples to the laboratory for analysis and prepares samples, performing reduction and division as needed.
• Performs sample screening and related physical tests.
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use.
• Wears all required personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks at all times.
• Ensures compliance with local and federal safety processes and procedures during sample collection, screening, or delivery.
• Provides technical advice and support to Field Technicians; may train Junior Technicians as required.
• Serves as Team Leader when Supervisor and/or Manager are not present, training, motivating, and monitoring staff during the shift.
• Assists staff in completing tasks according to established work procedures.
• Works in partnership with other Technicians to solve client problems and meet quality and customer satisfaction standards.
• Assists Supervisor and/or Manager by ensuring each team member has sufficient information, resources, and materials to perform their job safely.
• May perform Preparation or Laboratory responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Maintains area housekeeping and cleanliness on a daily basis.
• Performs routine and non-routine equipment maintenance.
• Ensures all safety equipment is worn and safety procedures are followed while performing work, on-site, or delivering samples.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree or High School (GED) and equivalent years of experience required.
• Experience working in an Industrial, Laboratory, or Field Services setting with a focus on strict safety standards is an asset.

Qualifications

• A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role involves driving a company vehicle.
• May be required to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card).
• May be required to obtain a 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate; training is available through SGS.

Equipment

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones. It may also involve sample prep equipment, including:

• Jaw Crusher
• Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills
• Pressure Filters
• Riffle Splitters
• Compressed Air
• Hammer Mill Crushers
• Ovens
• Balances
• Basic sampling tools

Schedule

• Night shift: 5 PM to 5 AM
• Position requires occasional overtime.