Company Description



SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.



Job Description




SUMMARY

The Preparation Supervisoroversees Preparation operations at one of the SGS Branch locations and leads daily activities of the Preparation Technicians, responsible for proper preparation of mineral samples for analysis. Ensures compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental policies, internal standards and protocols. Performs Senior Preparation Technician level duties as needed. May oversee Field and/or Laboratory teams as business demands.



REPORTING LINE

Directly reports to Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager
Dotted reporting line - none



JOB FUNCTIONS


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

• Supervises daily job performance of the group of Technicians and performs Senior Laboratory Technician duties.

Spends approximately 50% or less time performing supervisory work:

• Has some supervisory responsibility (hiring: interviewing, selection; planning work, scheduling, performance evaluations, performance management).
• Schedules Preparation personnel as needed to ensure that all samples are properly received, identified, prepared, and analyzed in a timely manner.
• Trains all new Preparation Technicians and reinforces their training with copies of applicable ASTM, or other current standards being used to prepare samples.
• Develops and maintain maintenance schedules for all Preparation equipment.
• Develops an electronic and physical storage system where all Preparation worksheets, notebooks, tablets, and other paperwork or files can be stored to comply with company Records Retention schedule.
• Responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations for designated locations as it applies to all employees, contractors and visitors.
• Schedules and conducts monthly operations meetings to review and update procedures, to discuss existing or potential problems and their resolution, to reinforce safety rules, and clarify details of the work schedules.
• Ensures that all calibrations, standardizations, and equipment maintenance are performed at the specified times, that they are in accordance with SGS procedures and specifications, and the results of these tests are recorded in logs as required.

Performs the same work as a Senior Laboratory Technician for approximately 50% of the time or more:

• Prepares minerals samples in accordance with standards.
• Handles all samples according to Preparation Protocolin a timely manner.
• Completes and maintains all Preparation reports, logs and forms.
• Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of the equipment.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises others: Yes
• Has hiring and terminating responsibilities: No
• Number of employees directly reporting to this job: 0 Supervisory Employees, 4-10+ Non-Supervisory Employees
• Makes day-to-day decisions within group
• Has some employee responsibility; hiring: interviewing, selection; planning work, scheduling, performance evaluations, performance management.
• Does not make salary determinations and can hire/fire only with approval of the Manager



Qualifications




EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


Required:

• High School or equivalent
• 5+ years working in industrial and or Laboratory and or Field Operations setting with experience following strict safety standards
• 1+ years of supervisory experience



Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Related field in combination with experience outlined above



LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• 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 a 24-hour surface Miner MSHA certificate, training is available



KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Proficiency in common lab techniques such as dilutions, reagent preparation, data interpretation, and other related lab procedures
• Language Skills: English - Advanced level of proficiency preferred
• Mathematical Skills: Basic level of skills required, Advanced preferred
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level required
• Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Intermediate level user proficiency required
• Strong customer service orientation
• Advanced level of verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Awareness of financial indicators, basic understanding of PNL
• Ability to set daily goals and track performance
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to perform duties, following detailed instruction (sample testing)
• Attention to details
• Ability to motivate a team
• Leadership abilities and basic management skills




TRAVEL


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



Location of the Job: East Chicago, IN




Work Schedule:

• Varies;will require incumbent to have flexible schedule, including overnight, weekends and holidays.
• Position requires occasional overtime.
• You may be expected to report anytime day or night should the job require.




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