Industrial Lab Technician - Refining

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Hoover & Strong, founded in 1912, is a family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner. We cater to the jewelry industry by producing over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our products and services include jewelry, contract castings, findings, mill products, and eco-friendly metal refining. A team of over 90 enthusiastic and dedicated coworkers have created a progressive, family-oriented work environment that encourages personal growth, the sharing of creative ideas and responsible practices.

Our work ethic is strong, and we strive for excellence and innovation in everything that we do. Providing high-quality products and professional services is our passion and we do it all in a casual, non-corporate atmosphere with respect and appreciation for one another.

We are looking for a lab technician who will learn century old technics and modern-day refining processes, in the greenest specialty refinery in the US. You will refine scrap into pure metals, which will be recycled and made into thousands of jewelry products, and conduct chemical and physical processes using fundamental chemical understanding. Because this is a specialized field, we will provide all required technical training and support for this position.

All you need is a strong chemistry background and eagerness to learn. We need someone who wants to make this a career and enjoy greater rewards, while learning our confidential refining process.

Starting Hourly Rate: $23, based on experience

• Refine specialty metals using chemical and electrolytic methods. Follow routine tasks accurately and abide by strict methodologies to insure proper refining.
• Conduct tests and inspections to monitor product quality and ensure compliance with service, standards and specifications.
• Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems in production.
• Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure equipment is working properly.
• Chemically small batch refine customer scrap to remove and return customer stones.
• Monitor air and wastewater treatment area to ensure green processes are maintained to highest standards.
• Provide technical support and assistance to refining team.
• Ensure the laboratory is cleaned, well-stocked and resourced. Order and inventory materials to maintain production supplies.

• Keep up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.
• Annually review processes for quality and performance to update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Balance multiple projects and oversee their completion from start to finish.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry required.
• Requires minimum two years of laboratory experience in a chemical processing or manufacturing facility preferred
• Requires experience with wet chemical techniques, especially those involving inorganic materials.
• Strong mathematical skills
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and through documentation
• Lifting is required occasionally up to 50lbs.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with an XRF Spectrometer preferred but not required.
• Professional training and understanding of OSHA compliance requirements preferred but not required.

• Paid Time Off – 14 days (pro-rated first year)
• Nine paid holidays
• Eligibility for 401k, with Company Profit Sharing contributions
• Company contribution to your Medical and Dental plans
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Vision and Supplemental Insurance Available
• Company paid Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Performance bonuses and Spot Awards
• Monthly luncheons, cookouts and other fun activities
• Days Only – No Shift Work

All applicants must complete the online application at or find us on  We cannot accept resumes without the online application. Candidates must pass an extensive background check, credit, criminal and drug screen; in addition, all candidates must be willing to adhere to a metal-free dress code policy.

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.