Laboratory Technician (Blender)

Overview Our Element Scott, LA location is looking for a Blender for our Specialty Gas Division to join our growing team. The Blender will be responsible for blending gas and liquid standards to specification. The blends are used by our clients to calibrate varying types of equipment. The process of blending a calibration gas standard is a combination of chemistry and math and requires a technician who will pay close attention to details. Feedstock must be inspected before being used. Carefully constructed computer spreadsheets must be used to calculate the blend concentrations from the available feedstock inventory. Responsibilities Handling and storage of all chemicals as per the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Coordinating with the other members on the team to carry out work as per the planning schedule Maintaining maintenance / preventative maintenance logs, scale calibration etc. General maintenance, cleaning and checking of equipment Ensuring compliance with all Element

HSE / SOP

quality standards Willingness to work weekends exceeding 40 hours a week if requested by the department manager Work with Hazardous, Flammable, Oxidizers, and Non-Flammable Materials / High- and Low-pressure cylinders Maintain Feedstock / Records / Blend lab Inventory Skills / Qualifications Have a diploma / degree in Chemistry or a science related background with at least 0-2 years' experience in similar role Strong Mathematical skills and a strong understanding of Chemical properties are a must Good communication skills: reading, writing, speaking Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Knowledge and experience of safe operation of testing equipment and operating in an independent / chemistry / consultant laboratory Ability to lift 50 pounds on a periodic basis Wear PPE (safety glasses, steel toes, gloves) at times respirator etc. Ability to read various gauge types #LI-TK1 Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner". All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.