Laboratory Technician III - TCT Analytical

Freeport McMoRan•Tucson, AZ

3d•$28 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Laboratory Technician III performs routine and non-routine chemical and/or metallurgical analytical tasks at the assigned site. The position includes bench expertise and training responsibilities. The role operates within Freeport-McMoRan’s Technology Center, whose engineers and scientists provide mining, processing, and environmental solutions using laboratories and test facilities, including an automated analytical lab.

Requirements

Three years of direct laboratory experience, or an associate degree in a related field that includes two years of related laboratory experience.
Demonstrated expert knowledge of laboratory equipment, protocols, and techniques appropriate to assigned areas.
Ability to troubleshoot normal-level issues at the bench.
Demonstrated ability to train and lead others in a particular area of laboratory expertise.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Must have completed N4 to N5 progression for the same or a similar role. Employees transferring at the same grade level must complete N5 progression for the appropriate role within 180 days.
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam and must pass all required training and/or testing.
Must comply with pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory experience in the mining industry.
Experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation.
Experience supporting or completing special projects.

Responsibilities

Perform Laboratory Technician I and II duties as needed.
Prepare samples for analysis and run tests using appropriate techniques; prepare samples for the quality control program. Depending on the site, assist with shipping and receiving document retention procedures and/or month-end accounting close procedures.
Build sample progressions under a supervisor’s direction, or set up a test plant or operational flow for sample preparation and analysis, potentially including LIMS and/or SAP data management.
Provide operational diagnostics and make adjustments to tests and analytical equipment.
Maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment, diagnose problems, calibrate and retest as appropriate, and ensure the laboratory has appropriate operating supplies.
Serve as a group lead, including training and ensuring the performance of group technicians.
Train laboratory personnel in techniques and instrumentation use within the technician’s area of expertise.
Perform laboratory QA/QC, safety, hazardous waste disposal, material collection, and other required duties.
Provide input and recommendations to engineers regarding laboratory testing.