Staff Technician Job

Position Summary:

As a Lab Technician you will perform a variety of routine analytical and physical testing on mining, coatings, and road  materials,  research and development samples and finished products. You will also make detailed observations and provide basic interpretation of data and accurate reporting of results.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analytical services that the Lab Technician will perform include  samples  from all  departments  mining, coatings and road products.
• Analytical Equipment that the Lab Technician will  be operating include Auto Titrator, Digital diluter, UV/Vis Spectrophotometer, Spectrophotometer, X-Ray fluorescence and ICP-OES,  GC-FID, HPLC with UV, ELSD and RI detectors. FTIR, DSC and Particle Size Analyzer. Physical prep equipment includes BICO Grinder, Ball Mill Grinder, and Pellet Press. Also, any new technique added due business growth.
• Maintains lab equipment and supplies.
• Works safely and maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.
• Work in accordance with laboratory chemical hygiene plan.
• Other job duties, as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Associate degree in a Physical Science,  minimum or  
• Minimum of two years working in a laboratory environment. Internship experience will be considered. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Must be self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be proficient in math and possess knowledge of basic chemistry, lab equipment, instrumentation and related manufacturing processes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are critical.
• Proficiency with MS Office products – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Basic knowledge of standard lab safety procedures including personal protection equipment (PPE).