Senior Field Technician- Day Shift

About the role

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are 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.

The Senior Technician, Field Operations MIN is responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis. Takes on additional responsibility as Team Lead in the absence of the Supervisor/Manager. Works under established direction, with little to no direct supervision, expected to perform the following job functions with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Collects samples of product or raw materials that are being transferred in containers, vessels, barges, trucks, and/or rail
• Gathers samples at specified locations, date states of processing and time interval
• Labels sample containers and all related paperwork, documenting location of sample, date, and time of collection
• Delivers samples to laboratory for analysis
• Prepares samples, performs their reduction and division of appropriate sizes
• 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 while collecting, screening or delivering samples
• Provides technical advice and support to the Field Technicians, may train Junior Technicians as required
• Serves as a Team Leader when Supervisor and/or Manager are not present
• Trains, motivates and monitors staff during shift
• Assists staff to carry out and complete tasks according to established work procedures
• Works in partnership with other Technicians to solve client problems to ensure quality and customer satisfaction standards are met
• Assists Supervisor and/or Manager, making sure that each employee in the team has sufficient information, resources and materials to do their job safely
• May have Preparation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs
• Directly responsible for their area housekeeping and cleanliness on a daily basis
• Accountable for routine and non-routine equipment maintenance
• Directly responsible for ensuring all safety equipment is worn and safety procedures are followed while performing work, being on site or delivering samples
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or High School (GED) and equivalent years of experience required
• Experience working in Industrial or Laboratory or Field Services 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 a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)
• May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS

Equipment

• Standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones
• 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

Work Schedule

Day shift. Position requires occasional overtime.