The Lab Technician reports to the Quality Manager. In this position, the Employee shall be responsible for both the final quality checks of finished goods and for promoting continuous improvement of the plant’s production processes.

Primary Duties

Observe all company, state and federal safety and environmental regulations

Perform laboratory testing in the analysis of raw material and finished good samples

Perform internal audits (i.e., process checks, audits)

Calibrate and maintain analytical equipment per manufacturer's recommendations

Store, mix, and retrieve material to sample preparation and analysis

Manage multiple samples and replicates for analysis over a shift

Maintain a clean and productive area by ensuring that equipment and work area is cleaned after use, and the equipment is maintained per the preventative maintenance schedule

Meet all physical requirement of the positions: walking/standing for extended periods of time

Qualification And Experience

Education:

Associate Degree with one or more years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment/manufacturing quality inspection experience

Technical training and experience with analytical equipment and chemistry principles

Experience: 1 or more years of previous laboratory experience, experience with battery materials a plus

Understanding of chemical processes (i.e., acid/base reactions, chemical identification)

Prior experience with analytical equipment, Particle Size Analysis a strong plus

Attention to detail

Desire to be a strong team member

Ability to lift 40lbs or more

Physical And Environmental Requirements

Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment including dust mask, air-purifying respirator, safety shoes, gloves, and safety glasses/face shield

Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines:

While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.