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Microbac Laboratories, Inc Field Technician I - Cleveland, OH in Lakewood, Ohio
ABOUT MICROBAC Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience. Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project and scope. As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets. JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a Field Technician to work full time inside a steel mill facility located in Cleveland, OH. This Field Technician will work alongside the Senior Field Technician collecting wastewater samples and performing field tests on this wastewater. The Field Technician will be issued a company vehicle to access and collect samples throughout the day. These samples are then shipped via Fed Ex to the laboratory located in Merrillville, IN for analysis. The position will primarily be during normal business hours Monday - Friday. There will be some weekends where sample collection is required. This is a full-time position, offering competitive pay and a full suite of company benefits. No experience required. Must be over 21, have a clean driving record, and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. POSITION OVERVIEW: Working under the direction of the Senior Field Technician, The Field Technician will support the wastewater sampling program of the Steel Mill facility located in Cleveland, OH. The Field Technician will follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in regards to the sampling procedures and field testing performed on site. The Field Technician will also be responsible for the shipment of the samples to the laboratory in Merrillville, IN. All of this is performed in a safe and efficient manner. All safety protocols must be followed per Microbac SOPs and the safety requirements of the steel mill. MAJOR/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Safely and efficiently operate a company vehicle to drive within the Steel Mill located in Cleveland, OH. Safety and efficiently collect water samples throughout the steel mill Complete and proper documentation of sample collection and field tests performed on site following Microbac SOPs KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES: Maintain storage and provide shipment of samples in accordance with established SOP's Ensure legal documentation is complete and accurate (i.e.; Chain of Custody Forms) Maintain regular communication with internal management regarding samples, schedules, customer requirements, problems, delays, and/or complaints Observe all applicable roadway laws on public roads and inside the steel mill. Maintain the cleanliness of the Company vehicle Maintain accurate logs, records and other documentation as required Prepare sample containers to be delivered and used by customers to collect samples Ensure samples are labeled appropriately and assist with sample log-in efforts Set up and operate sample collection instrumentation Provide technical assistance to customers within realm of capabilities; or refer to senior management REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Job Requirements: Ability to follow written and verbal instruction Above average attention to detail Good verbal communication skills Ability to operate a Company vehicle and
