Lab Technician
Company: Exotech Inc.
Location: Pompano Beach
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Metal Laboratory Technician What We Do Exotech is a metals
processing company in Pompano Beach, Florida and has been a family
owned and operated business for over 30 years. We recover and
recycle a number of rare and exotic metals such as Tantalum,
Niobium, Molybdenum, Tungsten, Zirconium, Hafnium, Nickel,
Titanium, Germanium, Indium, and their alloys. Our products are
used by specialty alloy producers and shipped worldwide. Diverse
in-house processing capabilities, proprietary equipment, and an
absolute world class level of customer service ensures our ability
to provide superior quality to our customers. Culture Exotech is a
fast-paced and energetic environment, where no day is the same. We
are constantly seeking out innovative solutions and better ways of
doing things. We're passionate about the work that we do, but also
mindful of the challenges the world faces. We don't take ourselves
too seriously, and we like to keep things fun. Our culture has been
described by our employees as a company that is open to change,
like a family, interested in growth, fun, and truly a team. Every
employee plays an important role by contributing new ideas to
improve operations and everything we do. Regardless of your level
in the organization, there is a platform for your voice to be heard
and the ability to influence change. Hardworking values and
fundamentals are integrated into all that we do. Our benefits are
world class, and we take care of our employees to make sure they
are comfortable, safe, and happy while doing their job. Come grow
with us. We are interested in developing and nurturing the next
generation of talent. Position The Metal lab technician will be a
core member of the lab team and will assist with day-to-day
activities including metal samples, Quality Control testing as per
ISO 17025 standards, maintenance of equipment, calibration, and
ordering lab supplies. Compensation, Benefits, Schedule, and
Location Compensation: The salary range is $26 to 28/hour +
Generous Bonus Benefits: Paid time off, medical insurance, life
insurance and short-term disability insurance is covered at 100%
for the employee, vision, dental, and long-term disability
insurance, and 401k employer matching up to 4% of salary Schedule:
Regular work hours are generally 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM with flexibility
Location: This position requires the Manufacturing Associate II to
work from the production warehouse in Pompano Beach, FL.
Responsibilities: Prepare (acid digestion) and analyze
metallurgical samples by various methods including (ICP)
Inductively Coupled Plasma, (IGA) Instrumental Gas Analysis of
gas-forming elements (C, H, O, N and S), XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence),
acid-base titrimetry, determination of analytes by ISE, and
determination of oil and moisture in materials Carry out analytical
procedures following documented SOPs and other work instructions
Maintain chemical analytical equipment including daily maintenance,
troubleshooting, working with service engineers, maintaining
databases, logs, and lab supplies Manage laboratory maintenance and
common chemical waste handling Maintain inventory of supplies and
parts required to ensure accurate and timely analyses of samples
via assigned instrumentation Communicate analysis results to
personnel in other departments including Production, Maintenance,
and Sales Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications:
Associate degree in chemistry, material science, or related
discipline or an equivalent two years of laboratory experience and
High School Diploma or GED is required 1-3 years of practical
working experience with wet chemical analysis (ICP-OES, titration,
pipetting, solution preparation, dilutions) and sample preparation
is required Capable of carrying out careful sample preparation and
chemical handling required for chemical tests using strong acid
digestion, autosampler, and auto-diluters Able to use laboratory
balances, moisture machines, drying ovens, annealing ovens, and
other lab equipment Must have an understanding of chemical analysis
data and the ability to perform data analysis Experience
operating/troubleshooting ICP instruments is required Excellent
organizational skills for heavy sample load/high throughput is
required Basic math skills are required to calculate dilution
factors and solution concentrations quickly and accurately Must
have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Must
have a strong sense of safety, be able to work effectively both
independently and in a collaborative project-focused environment
Good verbal and written communication skills isrequired Great
attention to detail and QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control)
is required Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize
a heavy workload is required Willingness to learn new concepts,
work effectively, and unsupervised Experience with ISO17025 is
preferred Physical Demands The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, crouch, and
sit for lengthy periods of time, use their hands and fingers in a
repetitive motion, and touch objects, tools, and or controls. The
employee may occasionally be required to lift material up to 15
pounds. Physical activity level will be moderate. Language Skills
Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both
verbally and written in the English language. Ability to
effectively interpret instructions and communicate with other
employees in a professional and respectful manner. Exotech is a
Drug Free Company, and all applicants are required to pass a drug
screening test. Exotech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally
protected characteristic or status. Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $26 - $28 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Exotech Inc., Weston , Lab Technician, Healthcare , Pompano Beach, Florida
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