Metals Lab Analyst - Onsite QA/QC & ICP/XRF

Sibanye Stillwater; Falls Township (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Safety shoe allowance

Team events and company-sponsored lun

Job summary

Sibanye-Stillwater is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to support refinery operations through chemical testing, analytical analysis, quality control procedures, and laboratory operations.

The role focuses on conducting chemical analyses, operating laboratory equipment, maintaining quality standards, and delivering accurate analytical results to production teams. Candidates should have an associate degree in chemistry with lab experience or equivalent, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry or a related field with a minimum of two years of laboratory experience, or four years of relevant experience as a Laboratory Analyst required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques preferred.
• Experience operating ICP-OES instrumentation preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using established laboratory techniques
• Perform wet chemical analysis and testing procedures
• Load and unload high-temperature furnaces with fusion and cupellation samples
• Prepare samples, including hammering fusion samples as required
• Follow established QA/QC protocols and laboratory procedures
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment including ICP, XRF, and furnaces
• Enter, analyze, and interpret analytical data and test results
• Assist with the maintenance, calibration, and cleaning of laboratory instruments and equipment
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation
• Act as a backup for other laboratory team members when needed
• Support safe laboratory operations and compliance with company policies and procedures

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel/Word

Attention to detail

Analytical problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field (preferred)

Tools

ICP-OES

XRF

Job description

Sibanye-Stillwater is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to support refinery operations through chemical testing, analytical analysis, quality control procedures, and laboratory operations.

The role focuses on conducting chemical analyses, operating laboratory equipment, maintaining quality standards, and delivering accurate analytical results to production teams. Candidates should have an associate degree in chemistry with lab experience or equivalent, and strong attention to detail.