Laboratory Technician

Description

The Laboratory Minerals Technician works under general supervision to conduct laboratory tests that determine the chemical and physical characteristics of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials. These tests support quality control, process control, and product development activities.

Key duties include preparing representative subsamples, weighing and testing samples on specialized equipment, digesting samples for analysis, and accurately completing laboratory reports. The technician also receives, sorts, logs, labels, and manages client samples, performs monthly composite preparations, and conducts regular quality assurance and quality control checks on equipment.

Maintaining a clean and safe laboratory environment is essential. The role requires consistent use of personal protective equipment, adherence to local and federal safety procedures, and routine housekeeping of equipment and work areas.

• Perform laboratory testing following company SOPs and approved methods.
• Prepare representative subsamples using methods such as crushing, pulverizing, pressure filtering, mixing, and riffle splitting.
• Weigh, test, and digest samples on relevant analytical equipment.
• Accurately complete and maintain all laboratory reports and documentation.
• Receive, sort, log, label, and manage client samples in the database.
• Archive, return, or dispose of samples according to established procedures.
• Prepare monthly composite samples.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly QA/QC checks on laboratory equipment.
• Uphold clean working conditions, organize and clean equipment and containers before and after use.
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times and enforce safety protocols.
• Assist junior technicians and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Operate sample preparation equipment such as jaw crusher, bowl & disc pulverizing mills, pressure filters, and riffle splitters.
• Use laboratory instruments including balances, bottle‑top dispensers, Eppendorf pipettes, muffle furnace, sulfur analyzer, compressed gases, and ICP‑OES.

Requirements

Required qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least three years of experience in an industrial laboratory or field services setting. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and may need to obtain a 24‑hour surface Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certificate.

Preferred credentials are an associate degree in a scientific field and five or more years of relevant experience, especially in environments with strict safety standards. Desired skills encompass intermediate English proficiency, basic to intermediate mathematical ability, logical problem‑solving, and effective written and verbal communication.

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in science preferred.
• Minimum 3 years industrial laboratory or field services experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; may require MSHA 24‑hour surface certification.
• Intermediate English proficiency; basic to intermediate math skills.
• Strong logical reasoning and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

The position is located in Denver, CO, operates on a fixed day shift schedule, and may require occasional overtime. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, and full‑time employees receive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

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Security clearance