Lab Technician

LAB TECHNICIAN

JOB SUMMARY:

The Lab Technician ensures that all materials for rail shipments, truck shipments, (In-going & outbound) and plant sampling points are gathered, sampled, analyzed and results submitted to the production and materials management teams in a timely fashion.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Responsible to perform all duties and activities to create a safe, environmentally compliant workplace that produces high quality products in a cost-efficient manner.

· Must perform all duties and activities in a manner that is aligned with our company values: Honesty, Loyalty, Humility, Respect and Responsibility.

· Will operate/maintain lab equipment to include x-ray fluorescence spectrometer (X-ray analyzer), Geiger counter, scales, etc.

· Ability to communicate with lab personnel and management team on all sampling data.

· Ability to interpret data and relay information to appropriate personnel to ensure controlled process flow.

· Ability to learn the purpose and relationship of all plant processes.

· Ability to complete designated paperwork.

· Ability to operate truck scales in a safe and efficient manner.

· Ability to perform additional duties as assigned such as back-up to receiving techs and other positions.

· Ability to work additional assigned hours.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

· High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Ability to work independently and in a team.

· Ability to multi-task

· Must be detail oriented.

· Must be self-motivated.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma or equivalency required.

· Must complete and maintain all respirator training and certification.

· Must complete and maintain all HAZWOPER training and certification.

· Must complete and maintain all mobile equipment training and certifications.

· Must complete and maintain any additional assigned company required training and certifications.

· Ability to learn and apply all required training in a safe and efficient manner.

· Basic knowledge and use of writing and arithmetic.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to wear respirator.

· Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. at waist level for short durations.

· Ability to work at heights.

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, push, or pull for extended periods of time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22