Lab Technician

New Opportunity!! Lab Technician

NES Fircroft is actively seeking an entry - mid-level Lab Technician for our client, a global specialty chemicals manufacturer, at their Kings Mountain NC facilities!  This position would be a full-time year long contract opportunity, with strong potential for extension or possible permanent conversion down the road.  

Candidate would be responsible for sampling of testing materials in our clients lab to ensure product quality maintains at high levels, as well as maintaining and calibrating analytical equipment at the site.  

All interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send their resumes directly to gabriel.fox@nesfircroft.com along with their availability.  



Company and Job Overview
Our client is a global powerhouse in the production of lithium, bromine, and catalyst solutions. As a world leader in the lithium industry, our cutting-edge products play a pivotal role in the rapid growth of lithium batteries that power everything from life-saving pacemakers to electric vehicles. At Albemarle, our unique natural resource position, global derivatization capabilities, and technology leadership make us trailblazers in executing an aggressive growth strategy.
Our Energy Storage Research & Development group is expanding, and we are seeking a skilled Battery Analytical Technician to join our team at our Technical Center in Kings Mountain, NC. As the selected candidate, you will work alongside a vibrant and energetic team of experts who are passionate about driving positive change in the world. As a part of your responsibilities in this role, you will prepare materials for characterization and operate a wide range of cutting-edge analytical equipment. Your proficiency in selecting or developing suitable analytical techniques and interpreting data obtained from them will also be required. The ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across multiple groups is a must. This is an exceptional opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team that is making a significant impact on the world. Join us in our mission to develop innovative materials and technologies that will pave the way for a brighter and more sustainable future.
Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe and clean laboratory environment, following standard operating procedures, and adhering to corporate HS&E policies
• Sampling and testing of materials: This includes collecting samples from various projects, preparing them for analyses including but not limited to ICP-OES, IC, titration, PSD, and KF to determine their composition and quality
• Collaborate with a broad technical team to meet timebound technical milestones and deliverables
• Effectively communicate characterization results to the materials characterization team
• Document experiments, observations, and results clearly in both written and electronic formats
• Responsible for complying with procedures for the handling and disposal of hazardous wastes and materials
• Responsible for ensuring that analytical equipment is properly calibrated and maintained to ensure accurate results

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline
• At least one year of experience in a laboratory setting handling chemicals and equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety
• Proven ability to draft and implement SOPs to ensure consistency, efficiency, and safety in laboratory operations
• Good interpersonal skills and takes on new opportunities with enthusiasm
• Able to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Communicates effectively by providing timely information on projects and testing
• Basic computer skills, especially with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain records and documents such as lab notebooks and/or instrument logs
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have good dexterity & maintain focus on tasks

Physical Demands

• Must be able to physically operate all equipment and instruments within the lab.
• Must have dexterity to handle small, delicate analytical lab equipment.
• Must be able to work in a chemical laboratory, which requires standing for 70% or more of the time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.