Laboratory Technician, Metallurgy

Intertek; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation / PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek in Tucson seeks a Laboratory Technician to support a Minerals team focused on metallurgy and materials testing. You will handle samples, perform preparation and analysis, and document results in technical reports.

Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and solid problem-solving and writing skills, with the ability to work independently or in a team within a busy lab environment.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED required
• Attention to detail required
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills required
• Technical writing ability required
• Analytical thinking skills required

Responsibilities

• Receive, log in, and sort samples for testing
• Crush and split samples for analysis
• Prepare pulverized samples for testing
• Conduct test charges and analyze test data
• Perform bottle roll and column testing as needed
• Document results in technical reports with accuracy
• Assist laboratory manager and maintain lab safety standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

Laboratory Technician, Metallurgy - Tucson, AZ

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Laboratory Technicianto join our Minerals team in Tucson, AZ. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Metallurgy and Materials Sciences.

Intertek Minerals provides geochemical assay and testing services, minerals inspection and trade services to support the minerals and mining supply chain globally from grassroots exploration to final product shipment. With industry-recognized technical expertise and an established global network, Intertek offers end to end Total Quality Assurance across our clients’ entire resource development chain.

What are we looking for?

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for materials testing processes, handling and preparing samples, and providing written analysis in a laboratory environment. The ideal candidate for the Laboratory Technician role will have a desire to work in learning environment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently and/or in a team setting.

Shift/Schedule: Standard office hours, Monday-Friday

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

• The Laboratory Technician will report to the Laboratory Manager and is responsible for supporting lab operations on a day-to-day basis
• Receipt samples, Log in and sorting samples
• Crushing and splitting samples
• Completes pulverization sample preparation
• Performs test charges for testing
• Conducts bottle roll testing on samples
• Utilizes column testing techniques
• Documents results of testing and investigations in technical reports
• Other duties as assigned

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED required
• Attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Technical writing
• Analytical thinking skills

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.