Fire Assay Technician — Laboratory

Job overview

The Fire Assay Technician role is onsite in Kershaw, South Carolina. Compensation is $20–$25 per hour. The technician works under the Laboratory Supervisor, processing client samples through the laboratory fire assay facility. The role supports accurate, safe sample testing and analysis by preparing samples, conducting documented procedures, maintaining chain of custody, and reporting results for quality review.

What you'll do

• Process samples through weighing, fluxing, fusion, digestion, and presentation to AAS/ICP OES
• conduct sampling, testing, and analysis safely and accurately
• prepare samples using documented methods and appropriate PPE
• maintain sample reconciliation and chain of custody
• enter results into the laboratory information management system
• prepare reports for quality control review
• maintain clean, contaminant-free work areas.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

fire assay technician

laboratory

kershaw sc

turner staffing group

sample preparation

fire assay

aas/icp oes

12-hour rotating shifts

$20–$25/hr

chain of custody

quality control

ppe

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• vacation and sick time
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

12-hour rotating shifts. Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of fire assay technician experience. Associate’s degree and three years of experience are preferred. Regular lifting of approximately 50 pounds is required.

About the employer

Turner Staffing Group is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Sector: 54.