Minerals Lab Technician – Hands-On & Team

Laboratory Technician

Kershaw, SC | Full-Time | On-Site

Reports to:

Shift Supervisor

Turner Staffing Group is partnering with our client, a minerals testing laboratory in Kershaw, SC, to find a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician. In this role, you'll process client samples from preparation through analysis, playing a hands-on part in delivering accurate, high-quality results in a fast-paced lab environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys precise, methodical work and wants to build a career in laboratory and minerals testing operations.

What You'll Do

Sample Processing & Analysis

● Prepare and process samples using approved digestion and dissolution methods, following documented lab procedures.

● Perform primary crushing, riffle splitting, subsampling, sieving, compositing, and racking of samples.

● Operate laboratory equipment, including Orbis crushers and LM2 pulverise rs, in line with training and safe work procedures.

● Accurately weigh and prepare samples for a range of analytical testing methods.

● Work independently once trained, managing multiple jobs to meet operational priorities and deadlines.

Quality & Recordkeeping

● Maintain accurate laboratory worksheets and update spreadsheets and tracking systems.

● Support quality control efforts and escalate non-conformances following lab procedures.

● Keep quality records current and aligned with the lab's quality management system.

● Perform routine housekeeping and equipment maintenance to keep the lab clean and contamination-free.

Safety & Team Collaboration

● Participate in daily pre-start meetings, shift handovers, and safety discussions.

● Follow all safety procedures and correctly use personal protective equipment (PPE).

● Identify and report hazards, and take appropriate action to reduce risk.

● Support and mentor teammates, sharing knowledge as your experience grows.

What You Bring

● High school diploma / Year 12 certificate or equivalent.

● Prior experience in a minerals or analytical laboratory preferred, including sample preparation and lab data entry.

● Familiarity with laboratory procedures, standards, and quality systems.

● Strong attention to detail and solid basic lab bench skills, including accurate pipetting and contamination prevention.

● Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills for recordkeeping and reporting.

● Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.

● Valid driver's license; forklift license a plus.

● Comfortable working in a remote-site or rotating-roster laboratory environment.

Why This Role

● Build hands-on experience in a specialized minerals testing laboratory.

● Work with modern lab equipment and gain exposure to industry-standard quality systems.

● Grow into more advanced technical and leadership responsibilities as you develop your skills.

● Join a collaborative team environment with a strong focus on safety and quality.

Interested in learning more?

Apply today through Turner Staffing Group to be considered for this opportunity with our client.