Job Responsibilities:
- Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority
- Perform routine analyses, including control samples and calibration checks, without supervision
- Provide laboratory support including (but not limited to): preparation of equipment and reagents, storage of samples, packaging and shipping samples, stockroom/supplies, sampling, and instrument and method maintenance
- Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust instruments and methods, coordinating with instrument service representatives when necessary
- Maintain analytical data and Lab operating statistical record, to support plant operations and customer specification requirements
- Analyze & document raw materials, in-process and finished products in accordance with Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures
- Assure that the plant is furnished with sample analysis for process control decisions and technical studies in a timely, accurate manner
- Be thoroughly familiar with and able to operate instrumentation such as analytical balances, automatic titrators, ICP, particle size distribution analyzer, ion chromatograph (IC), and gas chromatographs
- Participate in learning and incorporating new technologies into the laboratory processes as directed by management
- Associate's Degree in Chemistry or related field, two year Lab Tech program or equivalent education with a minimum 2 years of college chemistry and 1 year of college math or equivalent work experience
- Must be knowledgeable in analytical methods and functions and be able to perform mathematical calculations
- Must be able to work, overtime, weekends, callouts, and holidays as necessary
- High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read, write and speak in English
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team
- Must possess valid driver’s license
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs
- Walking, bending, stooping is required
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator and be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.