Laboratory Technician (Physical Laboratory - Mining & Iron Ore)

at  SGS

Company Description
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

• Experience and knowledge of XRF testing, Leco CS testing, Wet Chemical testing, Physical testing, Metallurgical testing, Method Developments, Calibrations, Drift corrections, Trouble shooting, QA/QC of the tests, Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 17025, Lab documentations, Familiar with LIMS, Proficiency Testing, Accuracy calculations.
• Knowledge in all the aspects of the Chemical, Physical and Metallurgical tests of Iron ore/Pellet as per ISO test methods.
• Handle samples including collecting samples from clients, preparing samples for testing and analysis, and sample safe keeping, recording monitoring and disposal.
• Conduct physical preparation like cutting, breaking, homogenizing, crushing, grinding and pulverizing; chemical preparation (organic extraction and digestion) sample testing: wet analysis (gravimetric, titration, distillation) and other tests
• Ensure that work performed is in accordance with the QMS and Safety Policies defined in the Safety Manual.
• Wash sensitive glass wares for analyses.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in preparing samples.
• Maintain records on equipment used in preparing samples and keep up-to-date records pertaining to sample storage and disposal.
• Assist laboratory analysts on internal preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment when needed.
• Sign worksheets, job instructions and other routine records related to the handled tests and as a requirement of the specific section.
• Ensure compliance to the Group and national policies including but not limited to the maintenance of the Quality Management System
• Act appropriately and immediately to emergency situations and assist other staff members in maintaining readiness to respond to emergencies within the workplace
• Dispose or direct the disposal of waste generated as a part of daily work performed in a safe manner and in compliance with the disposal regulations and requirements, and in accordance with SGS Environmental Management System requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
• Chemical Technician or any related course, with PRC license as Chemical Technician
• 2-3 Years of experience (Preferably from Iron ore/ Mining processing plant)
  Additional Information
  The Lab role requires to work in Shift duties for 12 hours shift duties in Day and/ or Night shift

Please refer the Job description for details