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Wyo-Ben, Inc. Lab Technician in Greybull, Wyoming
Lab Tech – Magnet Cove, Greybull
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Wyo-Ben, Inc is a leading family-owned business established in 1951, specializing in Wyoming Bentonite Clay based products. Our materials serve global industries including oil, gas, water well drilling, cat litter and more. Headquartered in Billings, Montana, with manufacturing facilities in Wyoming, we provide high-quality solutions worldwide.
Apply to be a part of this exciting opportunity with a full-time career at Wyo-Ben. We perform Pre-employment Drug Screens including marijuana and Criminal Background checks. Questions or need assistance with application: 406-869-8318
The main purpose and function of the Lab Technician position is to ensure products comply with all company and customer specifications. The Lab Technician is also responsible for ensuring that lab test procedures are consistently followed, and results are accurately calculated and neatly recorded.
Specific responsibilities may include:
Sample and test raw, processed, and finished materials.
Monitor production processes for adherence to Quality Assurance Policies.
Record and post accurate data on spreadsheets and/or databases.
Communicate test information to supervisor and crew members.
Maintain chemical feeders and oversee addition rates.
Work under close supervision and/or standard operating procedures, including strict safety rules and quality specifications.
Make recommendations to supervisory personnel and advise Quality Assurance Manager.
Authority to initiate a stop to production based on product nonconformance's.
Achieve specific goals established during the annual performance evaluation.
Ensure appropriate consideration is given to safety, quality, and environmental concerns.
Interact with other production crew members.
Responsible for reporting safety, quality, environmental, and equipment concerns to supervisor.
Participate in the Quality Management System by complying with the Quality Policy, Procedures, and Continual Improvement Process to reach the organization’s Quality goals and objectives.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education and training:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in chemical or other test laboratory.
Experience working in an API or ISO environment a plus.
Knowledge and Skills:
Basic math skills.
Laboratory procedures.
Record keeping.
Basic computer skills.
Peer-to-peer, employee-to-supervisor, and interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal).
Physical and Safety Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Respiratory Protection Program requirements apply.
Rotating shift work.
Work in laboratory and plant, with occasional trips to stockpile areas.
Intermittent handling of moderately heavy materials.
Occasionally very noisy, infrequently dusty.
Frequently work around equipment with parts in motion.
Sitting, bending, standing, walking, 8-12 hours per day.
Frequently lifts up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
Must comply with any safety or PPE requirements.
Others:
Attention to detail.
Produce error-free work.
Deadline-oriented.
Ensure that customers’ requests come first.
Self-starter who thinks of innovative, faster ways to accomplish tasks.
Work with minimal supervision.
Wyo-Ben offers a competitive starting wage and an extensive benefit package, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid holidays, and vacations, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match.
Wyo-Ben is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.