Laboratory Technician

ZipRecruiter; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in material processing is hiring a Lab Technician to perform routine laboratory tests and support the inspection of incoming stainless-steel scrap. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, experience with specific testing tools, and strong organizational and math skills. The role offers competitive benefits including health and life insurance, and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' work experience as a lab technician.
• Prior experience with Niton Gun and Spectrometer is required.
• Experience with stainless-steel grades and chemistries is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Testing stainless-steel scrap using Spectrometer.
• Maintaining lab equipment and records.
• Cleaning and ensuring the upkeep of lab supplies.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Math Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Some College (chemistry or engineering)

Tools

Niton Gun

Spectrometer

Hand Tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Harsco Environmental

HarscoEnvironmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

Job Description

General Description: Under general supervision is responsible for performing a variety of routine laboratory tests in support customer.

Duties and Responsibilities: The Harsco Lab Technician is responsible for testing and verifying incoming stainless-steel scrap at our facility. The Lab Technician will also assist in the inspection of incoming stainless steel scrap metal.

• Performing product testing using a Spectrometer
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining of all lab supplies and equipment
• Assisting with the upkeep of the Spectrometer and other lab equipment
• Assisting to maintain all test records
• Perform product testing using a Niton Gun
• Other duties, as necessary

Qualifications

Level of Education Required:

• Minimum - High School Diploma

:

• Prior experience using a Niton Gun and Spectrometer
• Some College is helpful in the chemistry or engineering fields
• Work related experience as a lab technician is desired
• Knowledge of stainless-steel grades and chemistries
• A statistics background and computer experience are

Specific Skills/Experience Needed:

• Strong math, computer, and organizational skills are necessary
• Minimum 2 years' work experience
• Must be able to work outdoors at times
• Use of hand tools including a grinder
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs

Additional Information

“We offer competitive benefits, includinghealth insurance, life insurance and plans, as well as a 401k with company matching.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , creed, , , , , , protected veteran status, marital status, , or expression, genetic information, citizenship or immigration status, , handicap, family status, domestic partnership or civil union status or any other characteristic protected by law. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.”