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Lab Maintenance Technician - Minerals - Kershaw, South Carolina

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Minerals Lab Maintenance Technician to join our Minerals team in Kershaw, SC. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the minerals testing and mining services industry.

Intertek Minerals provides geochemical assay and testing services, minerals inspection and trade services to support the minerals and mining supply chain globally from grassroots exploration to final product shipment. With industry-recognized technical expertise and an established global network, Intertek offers end to end Total Quality Assurance across our clients' entire resource development chain. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

Under direction of the Lab Manager - Minerals, the Lab Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance service and repairs in the areas of sample preparation equipment, fire assay equipment, fume hoods and neutralization systems, etc.

Shift/Schedule:  1st position: Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30am - 5:30pm; 2nd position: Sunday-Thursday, 5:30am - 3:30pm

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

• Ensure all laboratory equipment within sample preparation equipment, fire assay equipment, fume hoods and neutralization systems, etc. are in working order and maintained as per preventive maintenance schedule

• Advise Lab Manager of spare parts list in line with equipment requirements

• Ensure maintenance instrument logs and calibration records are maintained to ensure the validity and traceability of the information

• Seek vendors and quotations for work beyond internal capabilities with prior approval from Lab Manager

• Provide consultation to Lab Manager as to additional improvements opportunities for equipment utilization and efficiency

• During downtime, assist Lab Technicians as required by Lab Manager

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. 

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Maintenance Trade School certification
• Ability to comprehend complex technical drawings equipment drawings and troubleshoot as required
• Ability to plan and perform mechanical tasks safely as per technical instructions
• Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including standing for extended periods and regularly lifting items weighing approximately 50 pounds, in accordance with safe work practices
• Effective verbal and written communication skills suitable for a laboratory and production environment
• Ability to work independently once trained, while managing a fluctuating workload and changing priorities
• Capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining safety and quality standards
• Strong practical problem-solving skills with sound mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to support operational and production requirements
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Millwright or Industrial Mechanic experience is preferred
• Two years of experience in a machine fitting / repair environment

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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