Lab/Quality Technician
Full-time, Permanent
One-site
Location: Bastrop, LA
We’re not
just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate
dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world.
Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in
sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’ll be
joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions.
We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working
hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
So, what will you be
doing?
As a Lab/Quality
Technician, you will be responsible for measuring the quality and durability of
manufactured wood pellets and ensuring that feedback is given to Operations
when quality exceedances are recorded. This position uses knowledge of
regulatory requirements to assess, document and make recommendations for
quality assurance.
About the
Role:
Some of your day-to-day
duties include:
- Conduct analyses of
samples, compile data, identify out of spec samples using mechanical or
electronic equipment or chemical analysis
- Follows standard
operating instructions/procedures in the performance of all laboratory
areas
- Maintain quality
control tools and quality assurance instructions; audit and maintain lab
test procedures; ensure that all test results are timely and accurate
- Maintain an
evergreen 5S program in the lab environment
- Approach issues,
mechanical failures, and operational issues with a Continuous Improvement
mindset. (MBE)
Who you are?
Do you have?
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of 3 years industrial experience
- Ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision
- Perform quality control inspections and complete appropriate paperwork
- Must have a professional attitude and work well with others
- Promote a safe working environment and follow all workplace and job safety procedures
- Knowledgeable of Lean/5S principles
- Competencies: Organizational Skills, Communication Proficiency, Technical Capacity, Leadership, Teamwork Orientation, Problem Solving/Analysis
- Self-driven with ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment, with minimal supervision
- Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviors & attitude
- Demonstrates interpersonal skills that enhance the team approach to work and problem solving
What’s it
like to work at Drax?
- Competitive pay, with opportunities to grow your experience and build an exciting career.
- A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
- Great health and dental benefits starting from day one at Drax!
- A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).
- A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.
We’re
committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.
Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We
work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the
future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to
come.
Together, we make it happen.
At
Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued
and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively
work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and
establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for
all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter
their background. Find out more about our approach here.
How to apply:
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this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey.
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