Technician II-Analytical Chemistry
Technician II-Analytical Chemistry
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Who we are:
Were transforming one of the worlds oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the best Inventions of 2024 and Fast Company as one of 2024s Next Big Things in Tech Electra is scaling rapidly and were looking for bold driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If youre ready to make a real impact in a company thats redefining heavy industry for a cleaner smarter world we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
As a Technician II-Analytical Chemistryon the Analytical Chemistry team you will focus on supporting analysis of metals and geological materials with sample digestions and dilutions. This position may also provide analysis of elemental components like carbon sulfur oxygen and nitrogen in solids and solutions to support our R&D and engineering teams. This is an on-site position in Boulder CO.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist the analytical team with sample preparation and dilutions as needed
- Perform general laboratory operations such as inventory maintaining a safe working environment clean-up etc.
- Perform routine chemical analysis using standardized methods and procedures in the turnaround required
- Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment as needed
- Summarize sample results clearly and concisely to other team members
- Read understand and comply with all workplace health and safety policies safe work practices and company policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
What we need you to bring to the team (required):
- High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of relevant laboratory experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow guided documented processes
- Knowledge ofbasic laboratory chemistry principles particularly handling of strong acids and bases
- Hands-on experience withbalances single-channel pipettes and sample digestions (microwave hot block or fusions) for ICP-OES/ICP-MS analysis
- Familiarity withEPA ASTM or ISO methodologies
- Ability to work onmoderately difficult semi-routine assignments applying defined procedures and using judgment based on prior experience
- Capable of workingindependently requiring instruction only for new assignments
- Understands theimpact of work on the immediate team and service level requirements; demonstrates cost awareness
- Interacts professionally with individuals inside and outside the immediate team requiringcustomer service skills tact and common courtesy
- Contributes to team and organizational goals through consistent performance in own work area
- Communicates and exchanges technical information with colleagues clients or customers in a clear and professional manner
What we want you to bring to the team (preferred):
- High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years of relevant laboratory experience
- Hands-on experience withanalytical instrumentation such as ICP-OES Leco C/S XRD XRF or UV/Vis Spectroscopy
- Preferred experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work onmoderately difficult assignments guided by documented processes but capable of adapting solutions to related problems
- Usesfact-finding and problem-solving skills to evaluate issues that are varied but generally similar in nature
- Worksindependently on daily assignments with general instructions for new tasks; accountable for the quality and timeliness of deliverables
- May provide knowledge-sharing and training support to new team member
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $24-$26 per hour and may be more or less depending upon skills experience and education.
Benefits For You:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision telemedicine short-term disability long-term disability and basic life insurance plans
- $1800 in annual employer HSA contributions(health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision and telemedicine plans
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
- 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process reach out to us atwere here to help.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
