What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Tech position at EP Minerals LLC?
The primary role of the Lab (Quality Control) Tech is to ensure that all product testing is performed regularly, accurately, and fall within required parameters.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must wear PPE at all appropriate times during shift and take the proper safety precautions before performing any task.
- Must work in a safe manner and enforce safety rules with other employees.
- Ensure that samples are taken regularly and accurately.
- Prepare daily paperwork and enter data into computer.
- Monitor the collection of raw storage building samples and mill samples every day by the Lab techs.
- Monitor material quality to ensure product is within specified parameters.
- Obtain product samples for main office once per month.
- Obtain samples for special customer requests and spec products.
- Monitor dust and pH levels in product.
- Perform product density test, hardness test, moisture test, and oil/water absorption tests.
- Maintain shift paperwork on all samples.
- Ensure lab is clean and orderly.
- Report any problems with product to lead person and manager.
- In addition to the above, tasks and projects may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as deemed necessary by management.
QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES
Keep in mind the requirements to perform this job successfully i.e. knowledge, skills and ability required.
Education / Certifications: Minimum of high school education or equivalent
Job Skills: Lab (Quality Control) experience a plus. Basic computer skills needed.
Ability: Must be able to communicate effectively. Good verbal and written skills. Physically capable of standing for entire shift. Climbing, and occasional heavy lifting are required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Check box if applicable and note how often throughout the day)
Lifting (include weight): 60 lbs. maximum on occasion
Standing: 33% of day
Walking: 33% of day
Sitting: 33% of day
