Sample Prep Technician - Elko, NV

Bureau Veritas•Elko, NV

2d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. Bureau Veritas 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, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics. This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions. JOB SUMMARY: (This position will both work on the floor as a sample preparation tech (primary) and a driver when there is driving needed.) Job Description provided is the combination of both tasks. Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Sample Preparation Technician is responsible for the processing of customer samples by following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe practices. Work conditions include: sedentary work, as well as dusty and noisy work environment involving medium to heavy lifting (must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs for 10 feet) and repetitive tasks. There may be some exposure to flammable material and moving mechanical parts. Travel/driving for business purposes. Must be able to operate a forklift and pallet jack.

Responsibilities

Comply with the OHS Act and Regulations, BV Group Policy and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the Sample Preparation technician position.
Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Carry out Sample Preparation procedures in accordance with documented SOPs and other work instructions.
Ensure proper functioning of Sample Preparation operations by:
Monitoring the performance of the Sample Preparation equipment
Ensuring adequate inventory of consumable supplies and chemicals
Practicing good housekeeping.
Communicate general laboratory issues to the Branch Manager as appropriate.
Report any deviation(s) from documented procedures to the Branch Manager.
Report any unsafe condition(s) observed in the department to the Branch Manager.
Report any non-conforming work related to customer samples and associated test data to the Branch Manager.
Submit to testing for silica exposure on a regular basis.
Operate vehicles in the company fleet for the purpose of picking up client samples and supplies.
Inspect the forklift and company vehicles prior to use and record inspections as required.
Liaise with clients in a professional manner during sample pick-ups.
Ensure proper sample or supply pick-up operations by:
Ensuring all required documentation is completed, such as Sample Chain of Custody
Ensuring that fleet security is maintained at all times
Communicate general fleet issues to the Branch Manager as appropriate.
Communicate any client issues to the Branch Manager as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.