Gopher Resource
Overview
Position Purpose:
This role is primarily focused on collecting and analyzing data to monitor production processes and ensure safety, quality, environmental, and production standards are met. Responsibilities include timely collection and analysis of material, product, slag, and wastewater samples to monitor product and process quality, classify and treat waste promptly and properly to meet environmental regulation standards for safe disposal or discharge, and ensure appropriate adjustments are made when necessary. This role acts as an adviser and provides support to the Shift Supervisors to troubleshoot lab instrumentation for timely and accurate lab analyses, conducts and communicates analyses of finished products to confirm quality standards, and resolves any production process and environmental concerns. This position works 4am-4pm on a rotating 2/2/3/2 schedule. Starting pay for this position is $31.22/hr plus full benefits and monthly bonus potential.
Responsibilities
Monitor systems to ensure developing problems are identified and resolved as quickly as possible
Test and analyze samples for sulfur content
Collect, prepare, and analyze smelting process samples
Collect, crush, prep, and analyze slag samples for TCLP analysis
Conduct total composition laboratory analysis on material and chemicals to include slag, carbon, sulfur analyzer (DOCs), desulf filtercake furnace feed samples (ICP-OES), and gravimetric moisture analysis of reverb furnace feed samples
Calibration and control checks of refining analytical instruments (SS-OES) and probes (pH, ORP)
Operate and check high-volume air monitors
Assist with the establishment of operating procedures for the laboratory and other areas of the company as needed
Advise shift managers on technical operating problems
Assist shift supervisor(s) and lead person(s) in training production staff on production, safety, and quality issues
Take immediate action when observing safety violations that are life threatening or pose risk of serious injury; otherwise advise shift supervisor of safety and procedural violations so the shift supervisor can take the appropriate action
Ensure cleanliness of laboratory
Participate in meetings, teams, and training seminars
Complete Inventory Management and escalate inventory deficiencies as needed
Troubleshoot ICP-OES and SS-OES as issues arise, collaborating with the team and manager to determine root cause and resolve matters timely and efficiently
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED from accredited school minimally required
Minimum of 2 years of previous work experience in a laboratory or similar production operation
Ability to read and write with an average math skill set
Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and non-verbal communications and team cooperation
Self-motivated, self-starter, ability to work well under pressure, and with a sense of urgency
Willing and able to wear respiratory protection directly against skin as well as other PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, hearing protection) in hot work environment with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field from accredited College or University preferred, but not required
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required
Previous experience in metals sample preparation preferred, but not required
Previous experience in ICP-OES and SS-OES analysis and maintenance preferred, but not required
Compensation Information Hourly Pay: $31.22. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive plan which is determined by the achievement of strategic objectives.
Benefits: Gopher Resource is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes the health, wellness, and financial security of our employees. List of benefit offerings include medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care spending account, life insurance, disability programs, telemedicine, parental leave, tuition support, legal insurance, identity theft protection, gym membership discounts, EAP, 401(k) with a company match, and paid time off (vacation, personal, bereavement, holidays).
Gopher Resource is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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This role is primarily focused on collecting and analyzing data to monitor production processes and ensure safety, quality, environmental, and production standards are met. Responsibilities include timely collection and analysis of material, product, slag, and wastewater samples to monitor product and process quality, classify and treat waste promptly and properly to meet environmental regulation standards for safe disposal or discharge, and ensure appropriate adjustments are made when necessary. This role acts as an adviser and provides support to the Shift Supervisors to troubleshoot lab instrumentation for timely and accurate lab analyses, conducts and communicates analyses of finished products to confirm quality standards, and resolves any production process and environmental concerns. This position works 4am-4pm on a rotating 2/2/3/2 schedule. Starting pay for this position is $31.22/hr plus full benefits and monthly bonus potential.
Responsibilities
Monitor systems to ensure developing problems are identified and resolved as quickly as possible
Test and analyze samples for sulfur content
Collect, prepare, and analyze smelting process samples
Collect, crush, prep, and analyze slag samples for TCLP analysis
Conduct total composition laboratory analysis on material and chemicals to include slag, carbon, sulfur analyzer (DOCs), desulf filtercake furnace feed samples (ICP-OES), and gravimetric moisture analysis of reverb furnace feed samples
Calibration and control checks of refining analytical instruments (SS-OES) and probes (pH, ORP)
Operate and check high-volume air monitors
Assist with the establishment of operating procedures for the laboratory and other areas of the company as needed
Advise shift managers on technical operating problems
Assist shift supervisor(s) and lead person(s) in training production staff on production, safety, and quality issues
Take immediate action when observing safety violations that are life threatening or pose risk of serious injury; otherwise advise shift supervisor of safety and procedural violations so the shift supervisor can take the appropriate action
Ensure cleanliness of laboratory
Participate in meetings, teams, and training seminars
Complete Inventory Management and escalate inventory deficiencies as needed
Troubleshoot ICP-OES and SS-OES as issues arise, collaborating with the team and manager to determine root cause and resolve matters timely and efficiently
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED from accredited school minimally required
Minimum of 2 years of previous work experience in a laboratory or similar production operation
Ability to read and write with an average math skill set
Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and non-verbal communications and team cooperation
Self-motivated, self-starter, ability to work well under pressure, and with a sense of urgency
Willing and able to wear respiratory protection directly against skin as well as other PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, hearing protection) in hot work environment with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field from accredited College or University preferred, but not required
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required
Previous experience in metals sample preparation preferred, but not required
Previous experience in ICP-OES and SS-OES analysis and maintenance preferred, but not required
Compensation Information Hourly Pay: $31.22. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive plan which is determined by the achievement of strategic objectives.
Benefits: Gopher Resource is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes the health, wellness, and financial security of our employees. List of benefit offerings include medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care spending account, life insurance, disability programs, telemedicine, parental leave, tuition support, legal insurance, identity theft protection, gym membership discounts, EAP, 401(k) with a company match, and paid time off (vacation, personal, bereavement, holidays).
Gopher Resource is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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