Lab/Quality Technician

Lab/Quality Technician
At Drax, we are working towards azero-carbon, sustainable future and you can help make this future areality.
If you are a team player, adaptableto change, and have a hands-on attitude, join the team as a Lab/QualityTechnician.
So, what will you be doing?
In this role, you will beresponsible for measuring the quality and durability of manufactured woodpellets and ensuring that feedback is given to Operations when qualityexceedances are recorded. This position uses knowledge of regulatoryrequirements to assess, document and make recommendations for qualityassurance.
The core responsibilities andduties include:

• Conduct analyses of samples, compile data, identify out of spec samples using mechanical or electronic equipment or chemical analysis
• Follows standard operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all laboratory areas
• Maintain quality control tools and quality assurance instructions; audit and maintain lab test procedures; ensure that all test results are timely and accurate
• Maintain an evergreen 5S program in the lab environment
• Approach issues, mechanical failures, and operational issues with a Continuous Improvement mindset. (MBE)

Who you are?
Do you have?

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 3 years industrial experience
• Ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision
• Perform quality control inspections and complete appropriate paperwork
• Must have a professional attitude and work well with others
• Promote a safe working environment and follow all workplace and job safety procedures
• Knowledgeable of Lean/5S principles
• Competencies: Organizational Skills, Communication Proficiency, Technical Capacity, Leadership, Teamwork Orientation, Problem Solving/Analysis
• Self-driven with ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision
• Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitude
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills that enhance the team approach to work and problem solving

Then keep reading.
What's it like to work at Drax?
The Perks:

• A competitive hourly wage, withopportunities to move into different positions as you gain experience.
• Great benefits starting day 1 anda 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals.
• A supportive team environmentwhere you will continuously learn and grow.

At Drax, we're at our best when wehelp each other achieve the things that are important to each of us.
We're passionate about our role inproviding a supply of stable, renewable energy and if you want to play yourpart, then why not apply today?
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