Gopher Resource · 12 hours ago
Lab Analyst
Eagan, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$31.22/hr - $34.44/hr
2+ years expGopher Resource is a company focused on environmental health and safety, seeking a Lab Analyst to monitor production processes and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. The role involves collecting and analyzing samples, troubleshooting lab instrumentation, and advising shift supervisors on production concerns.
Environmental EngineeringNatural Resources
Responsibilities
Monitor systems to ensure developing problems are identified and resolved as quickly as possible
Test and analyze samples for sulfur content
Collect, prepare, and analyze smelting process samples
Collect, crush, prep, and analyze slag samples for TCLP analysis
Conduct total composition laboratory analysis on material and chemicals to include slag, carbon, sulfur analyzer (DOCs), desulf filtercake furnace feed samples (ICP-OES), and gravimetric moisture analysis of reverb furnace feed samples
Calibration and control checks of refining analytical instruments (SS-OES) and probes (pH, ORP)
Operate and check high-volume air monitors
Assist with the establishment of operating procedures for the laboratory and other areas of the company as needed
Advise shift managers on technical operating problems
Assist shift supervisor(s) and lead person(s) in training production staff on production, safety, and quality issues
Take immediate action when observing safety violations that are life threatening or pose risk of serious injury, otherwise, advise shift supervisor of safety and procedural violations or variances so the shift supervisor can take the appropriate action
Ensure cleanliness of laboratory
Participate in meetings, teams, and training seminars
Complete Inventory Management and escalate inventory deficiencies as needed
Troubleshoot ICP-OES and SS-OES as issues arise working in collaboration with the team and manager to determine root cause of the issue, and to resolve matters timely and efficiently
Level II Lab Analysts:
Data Review/Authorization
Train new employees in the Lab Analyst role as requested
Support special projects for the Lab as they arise
Learns advanced technical and laboratory concepts relevant to the industry/organization and applies the concepts to daily work
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED from accredited school minimally required
Minimum of 2 years of previous work experience in a laboratory or similar production operation
Ability to read and write with an average math skill set
Strong interpersonal skills, including verbal and non-verbal communications and team cooperation
Self-motivated, self-starter, ability to work well under pressure, and with a sense of urgency
Willing and able to wear respiratory protection directly against skin as well as other PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, boots, hearing protection) in hot work environment with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field from accredited College or University preferred, but not required
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required
Previous experience in metals sample preparation preferred, but not required
Previous experience in ICP-OES and SS-OES analysis and maintenance preferred, but not required
Benefits
Medical & pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Dependent care spending account
Life insurance
Disability programs
Telemedicine
Parental leave
Tuition support
Legal insurance
Identity theft protection
Gym membership discounts
EAP
401(k) with a company match
Paid time off (vacation, personal, bereavement, holidays)
Company
Gopher Resource
Gopher Resource has been a national environmental solutions provider for nearly 70 years.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$452MKey Investors
Energy Capital PartnersUS Department of Energy
2024-10-04Private Equity
2024-10-04Debt Financing· $450M
2019-09-06Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Kevin Kremke
Chief Financial Officer
Scott R.
Fractional CIO
Recent News
2025-03-01
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