What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician Lab position at Sibelco?
Technician Lab
Location : SP Schoolhouse
At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we've been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we're proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Are We the Perfect Match?
At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We're looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you're seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.
As a part of the North American Region , the Lab Technician role will empower you to perform analytical procedures on routine and non-routine plant samples submitted to the Analytical Services Laboratories. The role will also perform other analytical procedures on research samples submitted to the laboratory as well as basic analytical research on a project basis at the discretion of his / her supervisor.
Your Impact in This Role
As a Lab Technician, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to :
- Prepare Samples, conduct analyses, and report results on samples submitted to the Analytical Services Laboratories.
- Assist in the validation, revision, and development of analytical procedures.
- Execute and maintain required quality control documentation and perform all required calibrations on instrumentation as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual.
- Acquire and maintain the competence to perform all routine analytical procedures in the Standard Operating Procedures manual.
- Acquire and maintain expertise in the use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS.)
- Develop expertise in the operation of the ICP spectrometers, laser particle sizer, and other instrumentation.
- Develop the expertise to troubleshoot and complete minor repair of the instrumentation used in the daily operations of the laboratory.
- Maintain the analytical facilities and equipment according to the Laboratory Maintenance Plan.
- Evaluate all data for precision, accuracy, and conformity to established quality standards prior to reporting.
- Meet laboratory sample turnaround goals and other productivity objectives as defined by laboratory management.
- Maintain good housekeeping techniques to minimize sample contamination as well as keeping a safe work environment.
- Maintain vigilance for the elimination of unnecessary procedures, unsafe work methods, contamination control, etc. and report to supervisor for implementation or resolution.
- Perform project work as required by the activities within the Research and Development department and acquire the techniques and expertise to maintain competent records while performing this work.
- Conduct work safely and report safety problems to supervisor immediately for resolution.
This role supports the 24 hour / 7days per week operation of the production facilities. In this role you will at times be required to work weekends.
What You Bring to the Table
Benefits
Why Join Us?
Sibelco is more than a workplace-it's a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here's what you can look forward to when you join our team :
We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.
How to Apply
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Please note : We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.
