Company Description



We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 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 Field Technician I is responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis by performing the following duties.


• 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.



Qualifications




EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE



• High School or equivalent Required


• No experience required, unless required by state law Required



LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS



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


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



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 Required


• Ability to effectively communicate (in writing or verbally), presenting information individually or in small group situations to internal or external customers Required


• Ability to follow directions ensuring the end results are accurate and completed with the required timeframe Required


• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations Required


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Required


• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision Required


• Team player attitude, customer care focus Required



COMPUTER SKILLS



• MS Office (Word, Excel) - Intermediate user proficiency Preferred



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 50 lbs



WORK CONDITIONS / EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS



Location of the Job: Harrogate, TN, United States



WORK SCHEDULE:



• On Call/Flexible hourly schedule will require incumbent to have flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.


• 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:



• Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)



Other Physical/Work Environmental Exposures:



• None



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



Auditory Requirements:



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