Laboratory -Technician Analytical

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description

The Analytical Lab Technician will use established tests and techniques to prepare samples for analysis and ascertain the purity and other attributes of mined metals. Responsibilities include the day-to-day operation of the sample prep laboratory, including sample receiving, drying, splitting, pulverizing and weighing. Additionally, sample processing may include dispensing chemical reagents, hot plate or microwave digestions, accurately diluting/mixing samples, and disposing of residual solutions. In addition to work in the lab, the Lab Technician may conduct field activities.

Essential Job Functions may include the following or other duties as assigned:

• Assist in QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) to ensure reliable, consistent and reproducible results.
• Operate a variety of specialized equipment, including x-ray machines, spectrometers, electrolytic analyzers, pH meters, and centrifuges.
• Maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Assist with/perform routine chemical and/or metallurgical analysis.
• Handle various chemical reagents safely.
• Dispose of all residues in a safe and prescribed manner.
• Monitor multiple assays at once.
• Collect and report results accurately.
• Assist others as requested or assigned.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum Education: HS Diploma/GED
• Prior analytical laboratory, chemistry, core handling or mining experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to utilize basic math skills to calculate dilution factors and solution concentrations quickly and accurately.
• Must have effective communication skills, as well as interpersonal, problem solving and basic math skills to perform routine calculations and recognize, correct and inform others when quality control is out of range.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining the highest level of quality assurance and compliance.
• Must be able to follow directions completely, accurately and consistently.
• Must have strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to develop and maintain spreadsheets reports, and other documentation.
• Must be able to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors.
• Must be able to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the jobsite.
• Required Availability: Primarily Monday through Friday; however, some evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime may be required.
• Able to successfully complete Reference Check, Background Check, Drug Screen and Respirator Clearance Physical.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant (more than 66% of time): Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs., Pushing/Pulling 11-20 lbs., Seeing (trades, mechanical, general), Hearing, Talking, Repetitive Motion – Hands, Feeling (temperature, texture, etc.), Fingering (pinching, typing, etc.), Grasping, Standing, Twisting / Turning, Reaching.
• Frequent (34% - 66% of time): Lifting/Carrying 21-50 lbs., Pushing/Pulling 21-50 lbs., Seeing (computer, reading), Walking – Even Surfaces, Balancing.
• Occasional (1% - 33% of time): Seeing (at night or low lighting), Walking – Uneven Surfaces, Stooping, Sitting.

Environment

Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body. Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. The worker is required to wear a respirator.