Corporate Lab Technician
About The Position
Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia’s market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Underpinning these strengths is an unwavering commitment to safety and to sustainable development, further enhancing the value that Covia delivers to all its stakeholders. Covia is looking for a dynamic Corporate Lab Technician who will have a positive impact on the Corporate Analytical Services Laboratory team at its Ottawa, IL location. This position will perform analytical test work required on samples from customers, plants, R&D, Engineering, Geology, other departments, and special samples submitted to the Analytical Services Department. This individual will also monitor equipment performance and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate data and assist in developing new procedures or improving existing ones.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in STEM, chemistry/geology preferred
- 3-5 years’ experience in lieu of Bachelor’s degree considered
- Must possess strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; specifically Word and Excel
Responsibilities
- Process drill core samples following a flow chart
- Perform physical and chemical analysis as assigned
- Evaluate procedures and equipment on an ongoing basis and make recommendations for improvement
- Troubleshoot analytical and instrumental problems as needed
- Resolve all analytical inconsistencies by determining an assignable cause and implementing the solution in a timely and cost-effective manner
- Maintain an orderly and efficient system for sample storage and sample elimination when required
- Work within the guidelines of the department’s safety program
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Excellent Healthcare Benefits – medical, vision, dental
- 401K with company matching
- Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
- Disability plans and Life / AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
