Prep Technician (Preparation Technician) Position Available In Walker, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Prep Technician role involves accurately marking, securing, and documenting samples, following sampling directives and ASTM Standards. Responsibilities include preparing coal samples, conducting analyses, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Communication with the Lab Manager is essential, along with adhering to internal standards and procedures. The position requires punctuality, attendance, and a commitment to safety.
Company:
Sai Gulf
Salary:
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Job Description
- Ensure that samples received at the laboratory are accurately and completely marked, and properly secured against contamination and unauthorized tampering
- Ensure that samples received at the laboratory are properly documented prior to sample preparation
- Perform sample preparation in accordance with appropriate sampling directives and specifications (ASTM Standards, company policies, etc.
- Crushing, pulverizing and splitting coal samples for laboratory work
- Perform Sieve Analysis determination and keep appropriate and accurate records of findings in accordance with appropriate specifications
- Perform Moisture determination and keep accurate records of findings in accordance with appropriate specifications
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment in the prep area
- Ensure that instructions are communicated to and fully understood by the relief prep technician
- Complete all safety and other training programs required by the company with satisfactory proficiency including application of Lock Out / Tag Out procedures
- Ensure all personal protective equipment (PPE), relevant for tasks, is worn at all times
- Comprehension of all safety hazards within the workplace such as but not limited to office, manual sampling, industrial equipment, inclement weather, working over or near water, and proper use of required personal safety equipment (PPE
- Conduct all activities in line with internal standards, policies, and procedures
- Maintain regular communication with the Lab Manager regarding job status, progress, problems, etc
- Housekeeping of work area and preparation equipment using cleaning tools including the use of compressed air and/or water
- Assess all risks prior to performing the task at hand and work in a safe manner, reporting any accidents, near misses, and incidents to the Lab Manager
- Maintain awareness of current developments and conditions affecting the quality procedures
- Be punctual and maintain an acceptable attendance record
