Laboratory Technician
Core
Performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for quality control, process control, or product development.
Role type
Laboratory Technician (Minerals/Industrial)
Builds
Quality control data and product analysis reports
Domain
Industrial Minerals / Chemical Analysis
Required skills
Sample preparation (crushing, pulverizing, splitting), Weighing and digestion, Equipment operation (balances, furnaces, ICP-OES), QA/QC checks, Safety compliance, Data logging
Preferred skills
Associate degree in Science, 5+ years industrial/lab experience, Strict safety standards adherence
Technologies
Jaw Crusher, Bowl & Disc Pulverizing Mills, Pressure Filters, Riffle Splitters, Muffle Furnace, Sulfur Analyzer, ICP-OES, Balances
Responsibilities
Perform laboratory testing following SOPs, Prepare representative subsamples, Weigh and digest samples, Complete and maintain laboratory reports, Perform QA/QC checks on equipment, Maintain laboratory housekeeping and safety standards
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC