Lab Tech

Austin Powder•McArthur, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Family - Come work for an exciting company offering great benefits, challenging opportunities, and colleagues who feel more like family. Austin Powder has been making explosives for over 190 years and we take great pride in improving the world we live in. In 1833, the Austin family created the company to produce black powder that would help break the rock, mine the minerals and build the canals and railroads to develop the frontier. Initially along the banks of the Cuyahoga River near Akron, Ohio, we grew as the country grew. Today, Austin Powder is a world leader in the industrial explosives industry with a passionate commitment towards safety, a relentless customer focus, a family culture work environment, and a demonstration of respect of towards all. As in our early years, our mission continues to be to improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives. Our success has been based on our core values and this has proven to be universally true around the globe as the company has expanded to be one of the leading providers of industrial explosives and blasting services in the world.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all tasks.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret product specifications and technical documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and navigating Windows-based systems.
Ability to work independently and part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of laboratory practices, chemical handling, and annalistically testing preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate track-and-trace records, update databases, and apply product labels according to specifications.
Perform daily inspections and verification of products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Monitor product identification, appearance, and case count prior to shipment.
Conduct random quality checks, follow testing parameters, and document results accurately.
Prepare reports detailing accepted and rejected products.
Assist with analytical testing of raw materials and finished goods, including chemical handling and use of analytical balances.
Support R&D efforts and perform calibration and verification of equipment as needed.
Participate in outdoor testing activities under varying weather conditions and safely lift up to 60 pounds.