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US Sample Technician

EMR USA
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/6/2025 CLOSED ON 2/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the US Sample Technician position at EMR USA?

About Us:

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

Sample Technician

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, innovative, and employee-centric organization? Look no further! At EMR, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our team members above all else. We believe that happy and motivated employees are the cornerstone of a successful company.

What We Offer:

  • Career advancement
  • Training
  • Paid time off
  • Economical medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Parental PTO
  • EAP for employees and dependents
  • Employer contributions to medical savings accounts
  • Employee Referral Incentives
  • So much more!

Your Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and analyze sample size piles of commodities.
  • Record data to ensure accuracy for reporting needs.
  • Load and unload oven with metals to ensure they are dry before testing.
  • Accurately size samples before testing.
  • Responsible for quality and accuracy of submitted samples.
  • Follow all safety procedures.
  • Sort through and analyze required metals.
  • Conduct general cleaning of lab and designated area as assigned.
  • Communicate with supervisor and colleagues.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

  • Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
  • Basic knowledge of different metals.
  • Ability to perform basic math, reading, and writing.
  • Ability to lift and handle 20 pounds.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail required.

Education:

  • High School graduate or GED-Equivalent required.

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

  • E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve lawful workforce.

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