Lab Technician

**About Us:** Zinc Resources, a new state\-of\-the\-art facility in Victoria, Texas, leads the industry in the recycling of Electric Arc Furnace dust to produce Waelz Zinc Oxide and Waelz Iron Products. Focusing on reducing environmental impact and repurposing waste into quality zinc and iron products, our commitment to excellence and sustainability ensures superior products that meet global industry needs. At Zinc Resources, we provide a work environment that empowers employees to showcase their talents, share their ideas, and contribute to the company's success. Join us at Zinc Resources and embark on a rewarding career journey filled with professional growth and development opportunities. We take pride in providing a comprehensive benefits package to all our team members, effective after a 30\-day waiting period. From medical benefits to a competitive 401 (k) Retirement Plan and various insurance coverages, we are dedicated to attracting top talent and supporting our employees in achieving their full potential. **Job Summary:** This position is responsible for safe, reliable, and environmentally sound testing of our process, ensuring good manufacturing practices and on\-time delivery to the customer while adhering to established quality standards. **Essential Responsibilities:** * Must be able to perform duties safely. * Perform tests on products to ensure quality standards for the samples are met. * Observe and record accurately, precisely, and organize as required. * Communicate essential information and report to the necessary parties through email regularly. * Fill out and file EAF manifests, including, but not limited to, weighing railcars in and out and checking against the manifest for discrepancies. * Communicate with suppliers on matters related to product quality and supplier capability. * Perform daily pre/post\-shift inspections on lab equipment and maintain a log. * Troubleshoot all lab equipment when needed. * Assist in laboratory equipment calibration, verification, and maintenance as needed. * Maintain and clean laboratory instruments and equipment daily. * Must be willing to cross\-train in all plant areas. * Demonstrate a positive, upbeat attitude and energy level towards teammates, peers, and customers. * Follow all safety rules, regulations, and procedures set forth by the Federal and State agencies \& Zinc Resources LLC policies. * Perform other duties not directly related to the position and assist fellow workers as requested. **Minimum Education Qualifications:** * High School Diploma or GED required. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:** * 1\-5 years of experience in an Industrial laboratory setting. * Proficient PC knowledge. * Proficient with Excel. * Knowledge and understanding of how to use a Periodic Table. * Knowledge of all instruments, functions, and calibration of laboratory equipment. * Ability to learn rapidly, follow directions, and acquire good work habits such as punctuality, skill,...