Lab Technician

Intrepid Potash; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans with prescription drug

401(K) with immediate vesting and em

Work-life balance with family-friendly

Career path program

Job summary

Intrepid Potash in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Lab Technician to ensure high quality products through all processes and plants. You will work with sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, perform sample preparation and analysis, and enter data with accuracy.

The role requires attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to handle physically intensive work such as standing and walking for long periods. This is a full-time on-site position with 12-hour rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED – trade/technical, or some college education preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, rotating day and night.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plant samples for analysis using XRD, Camsizer, and flame photometry.
• Log, analyze and report results in electronic format.
• Collaborate with lab staff and plant operations on projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Description

As a Lab Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring high quality products are produces through all processes and plants. You will have the opportunity to work with sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, as well as perform sample preparation and analysis on all samples, along with data entry. This position requires attention to detail, effective critical thinking capabilities, and the ability to perfect physically intensive work such as frequent walking and standing.

As a Lab Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring high quality products are produces through all processes and plants. You will have the opportunity to work with sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, as well as perform sample preparation and analysis on all samples, along with data entry. This position requires attention to detail, effective critical thinking capabilities, and the ability to perfect physically intensive work such as frequent walking and standing.

Job Duties

• Properly split and prepare plant and loadout samples for analysis using XRD, Camsizer, and flame photometry


• Accurately log, analyze and report results of any test work in an electronic format


• Work cooperatively with other lab members and plant operations on various projects and tasks as needed


• Ensure correct function of all laboratory instruments through testing and maintenance


• Sample prep-drying, size analysis, XRD, insols, etc. as needed


• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED – trade/technical, or some college education, preferred


• Valid Driver’s License


• Intermediate computer skills, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, etc.


• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, rotating day and night

OPPORTUNITIES

• Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance


• 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match


• Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules


• Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path program

SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

12-hour work days, rotating shift schedule. Schedule subject to change.

• Both outdoors, in a non-temperature controlled environment subject to weather conditions, and indoors, in a temperature-controlled office environment


• Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking and standing


• Sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, perceiving color differences, making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.


• Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, and potentially work at heights


• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity

A pre-placement physical and hair follicle drug test will be required for anyone selected for this opportunity. Placement into the position will not be made until the results are received and cleared by Intrepid.

About Us

Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth and impact beyond yesterday’s needs. Working at Intrepid, you will experience the commitment, teamwork, and growth in every role and experience.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.