LAB TECHNICIAN

Waelz Sustainable Products, LLC (WSP) is owned by Zinc Nacional in Monterey Mexico. Zinc Nacional is a subsidiary of Grupo Promax. ZN has a long history of operating a safe, efficient and sustainable business. Zinc Nacional has nearly seven decades of expertise in producing zinc oxide from mine ore and steel mill byproducts. Zinc oxide is an important ingredient in many consumer products including sun block, diaper rash cream, cosmetics, and dietary supplements to name a few.

LAB TECHNICIAN

JOB SUMMARY:

The Lab Technician ensures that all materials for rail shipments, truck shipments, (In-going & outbound) and plant sampling points are gathered, sampled, analyzed and results submitted to the production and materials management teams in a timely fashion.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible to perform all duties and activities to create a safe, environmentally compliant workplace that produces high quality products in a cost-efficient manner.
• Must perform all duties and activities in a manner that is aligned with our company values:  Integrity, Humility, Collaboration, Customer Focus, Excellence, Open to Change and Innovation.
• Will operate/maintain lab equipment to include x-ray fluorescence spectrometer (X-ray analyzer), Geiger counter, scales, etc.
• Ability to communicate with lab personnel and management team on all sampling data.
• Ability to interpret data and relay information to appropriate personnel to ensure controlled process flow.
• Ability to learn the purpose and relationship of all plant processes.
• Ability to complete designated paperwork.
• Ability to operate truck scales in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to perform additional duties as assigned such as back-up to receiving techs and other positions.
• Ability to work additional assigned hours.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to multi-task
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be self-motivated.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Must complete and maintain all respirator training and certification.
• Must complete and maintain all HAZWOPER training and certification.
• Must complete and maintain all mobile equipment training and certifications.
• Must complete and maintain any additional assigned company required training and certifications.
• Ability to learn and apply all required training in a safe and efficient manner.
• Basic knowledge and use of writing and arithmetic.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to wear respirator.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. at waist level for short durations.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, push, or pull for extended periods of time.