Job title:
Assay Technician – URGENTLY HIRING
Company
AWG, Inc.
Job description
Assay Technician – Urgently Hiring!!!Pay: $21-$24/hr DOEAssay Technician will be responsible for completing assay analyses of all of our production materials, accurately and in a timely fashion with a high degree of repeatability.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Correlate daily sample requirements with supervisor and melt-room operator.
- Record lot numbers, dates, times, sample information, etc.
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
- Basic math and chemistry skills at a high school level.
- Able to set priorities and meet deadlines, ability to multitask.
- Good computer skills.
- Visually check sample condition for contamination, appearance, and for any irregularities.
- Determine which elements are required for analysis and which method of analysis to perform.
- Perform calibration check of balance; weigh samples.
- Analyze samples, utilizing accepted lab procedures including known standards and in-house QC check samples.
- Report timely and accurate assay results to Manufacturing Manager and management.
- Perform troubleshooting and maintenance of analytical equipment. Troubleshoot analysis techniques and report findings.
- Calculate concentration of each required element and convert to standard reporting. Report results to Manufacturing Manager, melt-room operator or spreadsheets as required.
- Keep lab reports and supplies current.
- Follow sample plans to sample incoming shipments silver, gold or platinum material.
- Must be able to work weekends, rotating schedules and overtime as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must be able to collect data and prepare written reports using precise calculating, and reporting of results.
- Must be able to work safely and stay focused at all times.
- Must be familiar with acids, bases, and all lab chemicals.
- PC skills include word processing, spreadsheets and database software.
- Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Must also be able to work in a team environment and in problem-solving groups as needed.
- Must be able to properly communicate and get along with co-workers, other departments and supervisors.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Must maintain good personal hygiene in the interest of protecting the metals.
- Must be able to use drill press and lathe to prepare samples.
- Develop a good working knowledge of basic chemistry, including titration methods, atomic absorption theory, and wet chemistry to include gravimetric determination technique.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED and/or one year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Chemistry experience preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of lab experience.
Expected salary
$21 – 24 per hour
Location
Henderson, NV
Job date
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 23:28:34 GMT
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