Lab Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments for testing fly ash and other coal combustion residual (CCR) materials
• Manage samples, including receipt, shipping, delivery, storage and organization in a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Prepare reports and internal communications
• Travel occasionally (≤10%) to neighboring company sites for sample collection and delivery
• Troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on lab equipment
• Maintain inventory of lab chemicals and supplies, coordinate with external vendors
• Label and track all collected data
• Enter and manage data using various software tools
• Clock in/out and manage time off
• Clock in/out and manage time off
• Coordinate with Plant and Field Operations
• Meet project schedules while fostering a collaborative and professional working environment
• Maintain a safe working environment by following Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), keeping the lab hazard-free, and reporting issues to management
• Support other Site Operations at the request of immediate Supervisor or Plant Manager

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associates or Bachelors degree in STEM or related filed.
• Hands-on laboratory or research experience preferred
• Ability to read and understand ASTM standards and procedures related to fly ash and concrete
• Full adherence to OSHA and Company Safety Policies
• Ability to pass all pre-employment screening
• Valid Driver’s License
• Self-Starter, ability to meet production goals and modify schedules to fit requirements
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require current or future visa sponsorship
• Must be able to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Agree to Drug Screening Panel
• Agree to a Criminal Background Check
• Agree to attend Company’s Safety Training Program and acknowledgement receipt of such training
• Agree to receive, review and acknowledge receipt of the Company’s Information Technology Manual
• Acknowledge receipt of Cinder Residuals Employee Handbook

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work is performed in an industrial facility, including time in control areas and field conditions with exposure to noise, dust, heat, outdoor elements, and operational hazards
• May involve standing or sitting for extended periods, bending, climbing, using hand tools, and working around heavy equipment or machinery
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., work at heights or in confined spaces, and perform physically demanding tasks
• Use of communication devices or computer systems may be required, depending on job function
• PPE must be worn and all safety protocols followed