Fire Assay Technician - SGS

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SUMMARY

• The Fire Assay Technician performs Fire Assay techniques, following written work instructions, to determine various mineral and metal concentrations in samples. 
• Performs Fire Assay techniques, such as fluxing, fusing, and cupelling samples according to written procedures.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance under direction of a supervisor
• Completes and maintains accurate, up to date work order documentation, fusion sheets and logs.
• Follows all Quality system protocols and reports discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Maintains a clean work environment, which includes proper disposal of crucibles, cupels and fire assay lead wastes.
• Organizes and labels waste disposal.
• Responsible for the safe keeping, accuracy and completeness (including tracking/reasons for any changes).
• Works independently or together with a supervisor and other analysts on a regular basis and must meet the required sample turnaround time with expected quality of results as it directly impact client.
• May be required to process multiple samples utilizing similar testing methods.
• May be asked to work in other areas of the Geochemistry laboratory sections as needed.
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School/GED or equivalent (required)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a laboratory setting with direct experience in Fire Assay (Required)
• Associate degree in Science (Preferred)
• 2 years of experience in Fire Assay (Preferred)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Language Skills: English – Intermediate level of proficiency Required
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate level of skills Required
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level Required
• Ability to multi-task the different fire assay stations to ensure production proceeds in a timely/efficient manner. Required
• Must have good hand/eye coordination to make accurate fusion pours without affecting quality. Required

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel. Required

TRAVEL

• No travel required 

EQUIPMENT

• Position requires regular use and manipulation of Fusion Furnaces, Cupelation Furnace, Annealing Furnace, Balances, including micro balances, and multi pour systems

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 None
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl None
• Talk/hear Occasionally
• Taste/Smell None
• Lift/carry/push or pull Frequently 20 lbs.

WORK CONDITIONS / EXPOSURE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Location of the Job: Kershaw, South Carolina, USA

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Rotating shift. 24/7 operations and will require incumbent to have flexible schedule, including overnight, weekends and holidays.
• Position requires occasional overtime.

Environmental Conditions Requirements:

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions: None
• Work near moving mechanical pats:  Frequently
• Work in high, precarious places: None
• Fumes or airborne particles: Frequently
• Toxic or caustic chemicals: Frequently
• Outdoor weather conditions: None
• Extreme cold (non-weather): None
• Extreme heat (non-weather): Frequently
• Risk of electrical shock: None
• Work with explosives: None
• Risk of radiation: None
• Vibration: None
• Bio-hazard: None

Noise Level: keep the highest that applies

• Loud (examples: metal can manufacture department, large earth-moving equipment)

Other Physical/Work Environmental Exposures:

• Need to be medically cleared to wear a respirator

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)

Auditory Requirements:

• No special auditory requirements

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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