SGS: General Labourer — Sophia, WV, United States

About SGS

SGS provides testing, inspection and certification services. Its employer descriptions connect this work with quality, compliance and sustainability, using laboratory and other business facilities to deliver services. These activities address related but distinct needs: examining products or materials, assessing conditions against requirements, and establishing conformity with an applicable framework. The business provides organisations with evidence and assessments relevant to their operations, supported by scientific, technical and administrative work around the services delivered.

The position and its setting

SGS lists General Labourer in Sophia, WV, United States, under reference REF90545A. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Inspection and Field Testing
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 23 October 2026
• Contract Type: Standard
• Legal Entity: US_SGS North America Inc.
• Brands: SGS

Responsibilities and work described

• The general labourer is responsible for collecting samples, observation, and/or inspection of products or raw materials for laboratory analysis by performing the following duties
• Works under immediate supervision to perform job functions
• Collects samples as product and or raw materials that are being transferred to containers, vessels, barges, trucks, and/or rail
• Ensures sample containers and all related paperwork are labeled with identifying data, location of sample, date, and time of collection
• Delivers sample to laboratory for analysis
• Performs preparation of samples, reduction and division of appropriate sizes
• Gathers samples at specified locations, states of processing and time interval
• Performs sample screening and/or other related physical tests
• Ensures all equipment and containers are organized and cleaned before and after use
• Ensures all personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant for tasks is worn at all times
• Ensures compliance with all required local and federal safety processes and procedures
• May also have Preparation or Laboratory responsibilities, as required by business needs
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Day shift, 8am-4pm
• May be some overtime
• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High School or equivalent Required
• No experience required, unless required by state law Required
• LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
• A valid and current Driver’s license may be required if the role requires driving a company vehicle
• Required
• May be required to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)
• May be required to obtain 24-hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate, training is available through SGS

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Local day travel may be required; may be required to travel overnight occasionally
• EQUIPMENT
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones
• This role may use sample prep equipment that may include Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Compressed Air, Hammer Mill Crushers, Ovens, Balances, and basic sampling tools
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Sophia, WV, United States

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another General Labourer vacancy is not an offer for reference REF90545A; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to SGS

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official SGS posting below and match the title and reference REF90545A.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Sophia, WV, United States position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

Prepare an accurate CV and the supporting items requested in that employer’s application. Provide only information and documents you are authorised to share.

Use the employer’s application option, complete the required fields and review the submission. Retain the acknowledgement when one is provided. Job Alerts World does not receive the application.

Practical preparation: laboratory testing

Laboratory experience is clearer when it names the sample or test context, the method and the checks used to establish a valid result. Explain record keeping, review and your own responsibility.

Relevant skills

• laboratory testing
• compliance
• training