Ergon Associated Asphalt Partners - Lab Technician I

The position requires a willingness to work in an asphalt lab, someone who is not allergic or sensitive to industrial chemicals or solvents, and a willingness to wear personal protection equipment, as required. Associated Asphalt an Ergon Company located in Tampa, FL is seeking a Lab Technician for our manufacturing facility.

Associated Asphalt an Ergon Company located in Tampa, FL is seeking a Lab Technician for our manufacturing facility.The position requires a willingness to work in an asphalt lab, someone who is not allergic or sensitive to industrial chemicals or solvents, and a willingness to wear personal protection equipment, as required.This position offers a competitive hourly rate with an excellent benefits package including: Profit Sharing, Matching 401(k), Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Holiday, Personal, and Sick Pay, Tuition Assistance and more! We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned with locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, but pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel.Lab Technician Duties and Responsibilities:Will train under present lab technician for eventual assignment to a lab technicianDevelop and optimize laboratory methodologies for testing petroleum productsCollaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve operational issuesDocument experimental procedures, results and analytical data in compliance with quality management standardsProvide special, non-routine analytical support for research, process, and operations Assist in maintaining an internal audit program for testing procedures, calibrations, calibration verifications and results reportingAssist in maintaining calibration and maintenance documents for instrumentationGenerate laboratory data reports as necessary for product quality and regulatory complianceEnsure laboratory safety protocols are adhered to and promote a culture of safety within the teamRespond in off-hours if needed to assist with critical equipment and testingPerform physical and analytical test, as requiredProduce sample batches for testing, 1-20 gallonsPrepare product sample requests Fill sample batches for shippingObtain samples of raw materials from plant for lab useKeep the working area cleanHandling hazardous material as requiredQuality Control - perform general quality control functions and testingAny other duties assigned by Lab Technician and Facility ManagerLab Technician Qualifications and Skills:High school diploma (or GED) and/or laboratory experienceGood Math SkillsAble to lift and handle up to 50 lbs.Able to accurately work with various instruments of measurementAble to learn sampling and test methodsAble to learn computer skillsAble to read and follow written instructions and work well with othersAble to work without direct supervision, good communication skillsErgon is an EEO/AAP Employer.Apply online, No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicant will be contacted for interviews. 

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