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Title: Analytical Technician
Location: Greensburg, LA
Onsite Requirement: 100% Onsite
About this role:
Supports manufacturing operations by conducting laboratory analyses and evaluating results, as needed, which provides critical data. Prepares samples and performs basic calibration, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and methods. Uses data systems to acquire data and monitor analytical system performance. Reports results to clients. Requires broadened technical skills in analytical scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities. May act as an informal resource for team members with less experience.
Responsibilities/Duties
Performs routine analyses.
Collects samples according to the Sample Plan.
Prepares basic calibration standards.
Performs basic calibration and preventative maintenance of analytical systems.
Evaluates validity of data, applies basic statistics, interpret results and takes appropriate action.
Monitors analytical systems, identifies problems, conducts first-line troubleshooting and escalates as appropriate.
Documents, communicates and archives analytical results and calibration data.
Follows EHandS and operating discipline management system (ODMS) procedures and practices for work tasks.
Suggests improvements to lab work processes and tools.
Escalates non-routine requests to appropriate team member for follow-up.
Responsibilities also include environmental tech duties:
- environmental sampling and testing
-waste treatment pond rounds and operations
- salty water and sludge truck scheduling and loading
- sump routing
- storm water handling
- line and filter clear/unplugging
- operating valves
- ability to lift 50 lb
- ability to work in outside conditions
- ability to climb ~15 ft ladder at least 5 times per shift
Experience
Completion of Vocational Education or Upper Secondary Education (i.e. High School Diploma) plus laboratory, manufacturing or other related experience.
Post Upper Secondary Education coursework in chemistry or related coursework.
OpTech/GTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
