Lab Technician - Technology & Innovation

Job Description

We are seeking a Lab Technician for our client in Bakersville, North Carolina. Our client is a global material solutions company specializing in the mining, processing, and distribution of industrial minerals such as silica sand, quartz, feldspar, and kaolin. Serving industries like glass, ceramics, construction, metallurgy, paints, plastics, energy, and water filtration. They provide tailored solutions to meet diverse technical and functional requirements. Committed to sustainability, the company focuses on reducing environmental impact, resource efficiency, and advancing recycling technologies while driving innovation through research and development. The Lab Technician will apply the appropriate scientific tests and procedures to any sample submitted for testing and produce accurate, valid results as requested/required, using a range of methods from standard and well-established routines to specially adapted processes.

Generous relocation package is available for non-locals.

Responsibilities:

Analyze and interpret test results using a range of methods from standard and well-established routines to specially adapted processes.

Connect different test results and analyze the impact on follow-up investigation and research activities.

Plans own work within constraints of a research program or test schedule.

Perform scientific activities to support the development of innovative concepts and ideas based on the instructions of the Scientist.

Understand the principles of different test techniques and methodologies and determine which is best suited for the purpose of the activities.

Ensure qualitative and timely delivery of project objectives within predefined scope and budget.

Lead small projects.

Job Requirements

Educational

Bachelor Degree in Chemistry, Material Engineering or comparable/relevant experience

Relevant experience in the work field is appreciated

Other

English – Advanced verbal and writing.

Local language of the country of base and main operations – proficient verbal & writing.

Hot Chlorination experience preferred.

Master’s degree in Engineering with Chemistry, Master’s degree in Materials Science, or Master’s degree in Geology.

Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar role.Company Description

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