Laboratory Technician

SYRAH TECHNOLOGIES•Vidalia, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Syrah Technologies LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Syrah Resources Limited, is developing the Group’s processing facility in Vidalia, Louisiana, to establish a core ex-Asia supply chain position for quality battery material. Based at the Vidalia facility, the Laboratory Technician will contribute to a project start-up environment and support operations in the lithium-ion battery industry. The role analyzes inbound raw materials and reagents, as well as products manufactured at the facility, to verify compliance with applicable specifications. Products include unpurified spherical graphite, by-product fines, purified spherical graphite (PSG), coated PSG, and carbonized leach purified graphite (CLP). The technician operates and calibrates laboratory analytical equipment, performs laboratory procedures, assists with experiments and troubleshooting, and supports plant QA/QC through data entry and analysis. The role also includes ongoing safety, environmental, and company-policy responsibilities. The position follows a modified DuPont shift schedule.

Requirements

At least 1 year of previous experience in a technical laboratory role, preferably in the chemical manufacturing or a related industry.
Proven exposure to and use of safe systems of work, such as risk management and incident reporting.
Ability to follow instructions and work according to production schedules.
Intermediate computer skills, including use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
Ability to work in a team environment and share information as required.
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and background check.

Responsibilities

Analyze inbound raw materials and reagents to determine whether they comply with specifications.
Analyze products manufactured at the Vidalia facility to determine compliance with applicable specifications, including unpurified spherical graphite, by-product fines, purified spherical graphite (PSG), coated PSG, and carbonized leach purified graphite (CLP).
Operate and calibrate laboratory analytical equipment, including particle size analyzers, analytical balances, XRF and ICP-based elemental analysis devices, and BET surface area analyzers.
Conduct laboratory procedures such as pH measurement, titrations, and purity testing by loss on ignition.
Assist the Laboratory Superintendent and operations team with laboratory experiments for operational troubleshooting and process optimization.
Enter measurement data into relevant databases and assist with data analysis to support plant QA/QC systems.
Report hazards, incidents, and near misses in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Monitor the laboratory environment to help ensure the safety of yourself and other employees.
Comply with company policies, operating procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
Ensure compliance with corporate Safety, Health & Environmental rules, policies, and procedures.
Contribute to site EHS and ESG performance by engaging and working collaboratively at all levels.