RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

• Quality Control Testing
  • Perform daily testing requirements.
  • Accurately sample and measure chemical and physical properties on all types of raw and finished products, environmental systems, and fuels following established laboratory guidelines.
  • Effectively interpret and communicate analysis results within the context of the production facilities to maintain product quality.
• Inventory
  • All supplies required for testing
  • All supplies required for sample shipments
  • Retain samples

• Quality System
  • Implement all elements of the quality manual
  • Maintain the validity of all documentation affecting the positions listed above
  • Maintain the validity of all procedures affecting the positions listed above

• Safety
  • Maintain chemical solutions, laboratory instruments, perform standardization or calibrations, and a clean work environment.
  • Collect and dump materials into designated equipment units accurately and efficiently.
  • Responsible for minor repairs on laboratory equipment and preventative maintenance.
  • Attend all safety meetings as required
  • Ensure the quality system aligns with safety policies and programs

• Training
  • Provide on-the-job training, as assigned
  • Verify on-the-job training, as assigned
  • Support corporate level development of quality and quality data systems
  • Provide training in approved quality and quality data systems
  • Educate team members about plant quality control, assurance, awareness, and auditing.
  • Ensure test methods and procedures are properly understood, carried out and evaluated.

• Recordkeeping and compliance
  • Ensure federal, state, and local agency compliance standards.
  • Maintain and support DMS structure and CRM data in compliance with the quality system
  • Compile non-conformance data, including customer complaints in order to provide specific and global recommendations.
    • Assess product specifications of company and its suppliers, and compare with the requirements of our customers

• Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Must be capable of working any shift, on-call, overtime, or seven days a week, if needed.
• Must be willing to be hands-on and not afraid to perform other work assigned to help the team be successful.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and sense self-starter
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs.
• Must have the ability to work independently in order to meet all required deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and must be able to work independently.
• Ability to complete required paperwork and mathematical assignments in a scientific format.
• Demonstrated ability to enter and retrieve data from MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Physical Demands include, but are not limited to:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working in both an office environment and in a mineral processing environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Metallic Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Required Experience: A minimum of 1- 3 years of related experience through intern, co-op or actual work experience in mining, manufacturing or laboratory environment.

Preferred Experience: 2-4 years of proven laboratory experience in mining, manufacturing or laboratory environment.

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED. Associates Degree in chemistry, biology or Engineering or demonstrated skills and ability and/or equivalent work experience in the field is desired.

Preferred Education: BA/BS degree in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science, Chemical Engineering and/or related field.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.