Research Lab Technician — 4x4 Shifts, $25.65/hr + Benefits

Global Advanced Metals Usa; Boyertown (Berks County); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

Company events & annual picnic

$2500 referral program

PPE provided

Résumé du poste

Global Advanced Metals USA is seeking a Research Technician to join the Analytical/Quality lab on a full-time basis in Boyertown, PA. The role provides analytical, metallurgical and inspection services to production while supporting research for process development projects.

You will prepare samples, perform analyses with diverse techniques, and maintain lab notebooks and equipment, ensuring accuracy and safety across all procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Good computer skills.
• Follow oral and written instructions and work safely.
• Troubleshooting abilities.
• Mechanical skills.
• Willingness to participate on teams, working with others.
• Motor skills and coordination.
• Ability to take initiative and plan activities.
• Memory of written directions, ability to follow precise standards and work practices consistently.
• Adhere to GAM internal guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials and hazardous waste in accordance with applicable federal (RCRA) and state (PA DEP) regulations.

Responsabilités

• Prepare samples for analysis. Document experiment details in research notebook. Maintain laboratory notebooks in adherence to GAM Research Notebook Policy. Sample, log and deliver samples to the laboratory.
• Perform analysis of samples using a wide range of analytical instrumentation, including wet chemical, electrical and metallurgical testing methods, dry physical testing.
• Perform specific inspection. Daily inspection of equipment. Troubleshoot equipment as needed. Perform minor maintenance as needed. Maintain air permit compliance documents (scrubber and dust collector monitoring).
• Recording and reporting results using computer systems and a Laboratory Information Management System.
• Complete daily maintenance of laboratory instrumentation including cleaning of critical components and replacement of consumables.
• Calibration of instrumentation. Complete necessary forms, charts, etc. to document the process.
• Disposal of used, rejected materials as directed.
• Operate forklift and other motorized transportation equipment as necessary.
• Maintain quality, statistical process control records, reports and certificates.
• Maintain safety in all assigned areas. Follow ACT methodology to prevent unsafe incidents. Participate in safety efforts. Must wear appropriate PPE per PPE matrix and/or work instruction.
• Operate equipment such as high pressure reactors, high temperature furnaces, and pressure vessels having extremely acidic, toxic, flammable, and explosive chemicals.
• Handle bulk toxic, corrosive, flammable, and explosive chemicals in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Complete batch and log sheets, with required information and file the documents and records sheets appropriately.
• Prepare samples for shipment, including appropriate paperwork.

Connaissances

English

Computer skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Written instructions

Hazardous materials handling

Safety procedures

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High School diploma

Description du poste

Global Advanced Metals USA is seeking a Research Technician to join the Analytical/Quality lab on a full-time basis in Boyertown, PA. The role provides analytical, metallurgical and inspection services to production while supporting research for process development projects.

You will prepare samples, perform analyses with diverse techniques, and maintain lab notebooks and equipment, ensuring accuracy and safety across all procedures.