Lab Operator

Purpose of Role This role carries out the accountability and responsibility for the safe achievement of research and development targets in his/her section. The incumbent will execute and control the physical operational work in his/her section. The position often takes on manual labour duties in order to operate his/her section and maintain a clean and safe working environment, both in the lab and on pilot scale processes. Effective operation requires the operator to be mentally and technically advanced in order to make decisions frequently with regard to the control of the section. Role Context Adherence to the shift production and analysis plan. Accountable and responsible for the safe achievement of R&D and analysis targets in the section. Execute and control the physical operational work in the section. Optimize efficiency and recoveries to produce quality products that meet the required specifications. Liaise with the metallurgist, production coordinator, and lab analyst with regard to process variable changes in the section. Process control within a defined recipe. Coach and instruct to explain how the work should be performed, focusing on improving, changing, and optimizing practices. Record and analyze stoppages and equipment. Primary focus is on effective and safe operation of the section to optimize efficiencies and recoveries and maintain quality of produced products. Participate on the root cause analysis process. Ensure adherence to all safety (i.e., create awareness of hazards and behavior). Correct non-compliance to objectives and safety standards. Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures. Completion of necessary documents (i.e., risk assessments, inspection sheets, job cards, etc.).