What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Infinitek Limited?
Infinitek are hiring on behalf of our client, a trusted global leader in the supply and distribution of high-quality carbon-based materials, offering a diverse range of products like graphite, carbon black, and specialty carbons. With over 120 years of expertise, our client is committed to providing innovative solutions and products to customers worldwide.
Job Overview of Quality Lab Technician :
Our client is seeking a Quality Lab Technician to join their dynamic team. This position is part of the plant management team, working alongside the QC laboratory team and independently to ensure high-quality standards are met at their Sunbury plant.
Roles & Responsibilities of Quality Lab Technician :
- Perform laboratory tests to determine the chemical and physical characteristics of materials (solid, liquid, or gaseous) for quality control, process control, product development, and compliance with specifications.
- Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment including analytical balances, moisture meters, viscometers, sulfur analyzers, and more, according to supervisor instructions.
- Test materials such as anthracite coal, petroleum coke, metallurgical coke, and graphite for properties like ash content, density, carbon content, sulfur content, and more.
- Test samples of manufactured products to ensure they meet specifications and collect samples from plant facilities, preparing them as necessary
- Assist with the creation of graphs and charts for SPC and statistical reporting, and contribute to updating laboratory procedures.
- Record test results on a computer for daily reporting and analysis.
- Perform basic mathematical computations for test results.
- Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and work areas.
- Review daily production results to ensure product quality meets standards, ensuring nonconforming materials are identified and properly labeled.
- Provide feedback to the production department on raw materials and products being produced.
- Work a standard 8-hour shift with potential additional hours, including weekends, as needed.
- Adapt to a constantly changing environment with minimal supervision, ensuring all testing requirements are met.
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This is a great opportunity to join a reputable and growing company with over a century of expertise in the carbon materials industry. If you're ready to make an impact and advance your career, we encourage you to apply!
