Field Sample Technician-Long Beach, CA
About The Position
Field Sampler/Technician wanted for a full-time position based in Long Beach, CA. This position will be responsible for sampling in the port and refinery environment, performing a variety of laboratory tests and experiments to support a high throughput solid fuels analytical laboratory. The job duties listed are typical examples of the work to be performed in this job classification. The list of duties is not comprehensive, nor is it expected that the candidate will perform all duties and responsibilities listed. Raw material handling and analyses are performed primarily utilizing ASTM standard.
Requirements
- Ability to lift 35 pounds
- Ability to stand during extended periods
- Basic knowledge of MS Office (Outlook & Excel)
- Ability to process standard mathematical calculations
- Ability to work in a high-productivity processing environment
- Must have the ability to be flexible while simultaneously handling multiple tasks in a safe, accurate, efficient and professional manner
- MUST Pass Drug Test and an extensive Criminal Background Check
- Must have a reliable Transportation Vehicle
- TWIC Card or ability to get TWIC card
- Must have a valid Driver's License and have a clean MVR
Nice To Haves
- Typical laboratory equipment and instrumentation used: grinding mills, pulverizers, sieve shakers, Hardgrove Grindability, ELTRA sulfur analyzer, Leco sulfur
Responsibilities
- Sample at various port and refinery locations
- Ensures all material transported from the field to the lab is accurately documented
- Visually inspects all material being processed for contamination and/or foreign matter
- Solves problems by examining and evaluating data
- Documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment records
- Assures work quality and quantity by requiring strict adherence to methods and procedures
- Measurement, blending, and processing of raw materials
- Monitor and adjust production processes and inspect finished products for quality and adherence to
- Use of database or LIMS system to record data associated with operating equipment
- Maintain inventory of materials and track batch or lot number to the finished product by computer data entry
- Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance
- Adapts methods and procedures to meet the needs of both the employer and customers when necessary
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ensures work area is always kept clean and free of hazards
- Adheres to direction and collaborates with both team members and office personnel
- Prepare analytical samples from raw material for commodities, such as, Green Petroleum Coke, Coal, Iron Ore
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
