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Laboratory Supervisor - 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 Laboratory Supervisor 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 the direction of the Laboratory Manager, the Lab Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the laboratory while managing a small team to ensure compliance with both Intertek and Client laboratory operating procedures, policies, standards and relevant legislation. 

Shift/Schedule: 12 hour rotating shifts

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:

• Supervise the day-to-day operation of site facilities to ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards

• Coordinate and supervise preventative maintenance activities in accordance with approved maintenance schedules and site requirements

• Maintain accurate documentation of processes, maintenance activities, and records

• Conduct testing and reporting in accordance with laboratory work instructions, test methods, preparation instructions, and relevant manuals

• Supervise, support, and motivate a team of Technicians to achieve day-to-day operational, safety, and quality objectives

• Ensure the laboratory is maintained in accordance with ISO17025 accreditation requirements and applicable standards

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:

• Associates degree in  Science
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory procedures, standards, and quality systems applicable to minerals testing environments, including sound working knowledge of Intertek policies, procedures, and quality systems
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience supervising in a minerals laboratory, with exposure to sample preparation systems, fire assay analysis, carbon sulfur analysis, Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS), cyanide analysis and laboratory data entry processes
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required
• Comply with all applicable work instructions, work procedures, safe work procedures, safe work instructions, and lawful directions provided by the Lab Manager - Minerals, whether written or verbal
• Participate in risk management activities, including the completion of risk assessments and hazard controls

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• At least two years of experience supervising a Gold or Base Metals mine site laboratory shift or team

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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