Quality Control Lab Technician

SUMMARY

The Quality Control Lab Technician performs sample preparation, testing, and reporting of material samples in support of exploration and production. This is a night shift position.

• Performs preparation, testing, and reporting of product samples per Quality Lab standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepares samples in the wet area, washing, drying, and screening.
• Tests processed samples to verify conformity to specifications.
• Data entry on computer, organizes, follows procedures, reports accurate results.
• Sets up, maintains, adjusts and operates lab equipment and instruments and contact vendors for troubleshooting issues.
• Maintains QC reports and logs.
• Properly prepares and stores retention samples.
• Performs method 9 stack test observations.
• Delivers supplies and laboratory specimens to designated work areas.
• Complies with safety standards and procedures.
• Works closely with Operations to ensure that the plant runs efficiently.
• Promotes continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Establishes and maintains effective work and communication relationships within departments.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma, GED certification and/or applicable job experience.
• 1 year experience working in a lab environment preferred.
• Basic math and statistics skills.
• General Computer use and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at the needed level to safely and successfully perform job duties.

• Work is performed inside and outside of the quality lab.
• Position requires the ability to lift, carry or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Position also requires standing for majority of the day, bending, stooping and crouching on a regular basis.
• Must be available on call during non-scheduled hours, if needed.
• Position is in Patricia, Tx.
• Position requires Valid Drivers License.

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen, physical and background check.

Vista Minerals provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vista Minerals complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.