CALEB BRETT – LAB TECHNICIAN, MINERAL - DETROIT, MICHIGAN

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Mineral Lab Technician to join our Caleb Brett team in Detroit, MI . This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the petroleum testing industry.
Intertek / Caleb Brett is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
Caleb Brett team provides cargo inspection and analytical assessment to the world’s petroleum, mining, minerals, and biofuels industries. With solutions based on years of expertise, innovation, and advanced analytical capability, we help customers optimize return on cargoes and them resolve difficult technical challenges.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to regularly lift/carry up to 44 pounds
• Ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 49 pounds
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of timeMust be comfortable with exposure to various chemicals

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Performs numerous physical tests based on American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) methods or accepted industry standards in multiple test areas
• Assist with equipment calibration, maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Cleans prep lab equipment
• Assist Chemist with coal/coke analysis
• Records data on appropriate data sheets and reports data to customers
• Responsible for maintaining quality records, control charts, and prep lab supply inventories
• Responsible for complying with safety, quality and housekeeping requirements
• Participates in cross training as needed

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must demonstrate ability to multi-task in high production testing areas
• Must possess good math and observation skills
• Must demonstrate excellent team communication, coordination and cooperation
• Must demonstrate ability to follow standard and non-standard procedures
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize non-complex and complex instrumentation
• Prefer proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must be able to work overtime and Swing Shift as the business hours dictate
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record required