Water Lab Technician

Title: LA Water Laboratory Technician Reports to: Water Treatment Department Assistant Manager Status: Full-time (on-site daily at the lab) Working Hour Range: 4am-1pm during training period;After 90 days, flexible 8 hours/day between 4am – 5pm Working Location: Irwindale, CaliforniaMiura is a global company that produces the most efficient boiler system solutions in the world. Miura aims to be the best partner for energy, water, and environment with our Techno-Service revolution. Miura proudly builds its boilers in Rockmart, GA.

Purpose Of RoleThe Water Laboratory Technician is responsible for providing support for Miura’s Sales, Maintenance, and Support teams by analyzing water samples and supporting the water sampling-related activities within the company; for maintaining the lab’s operation and accuracy with analysis of water samples. Essential Functions Water Sample Analysis Perform water analysis on all water samples that are received by the lab for testing. Understand and utilize platforms to transfer submitted analysis request data to the analysis document. Conduct tests on water samples following Miura’s water analysis procedures.

Maintain a minimized backlog of water samples and minimize the duration of time that the water samples are on the shelf. The daily sample count analyzed will vary, but it is expected that the employee is capable of adjusting their analysis count as necessary to manage the backlog of samples. A range of 50 to 80 samples within a day is an expected range of capability after employment of 6 months. Follow the procedure for water analysis result review and the manage retest turnaround time. Upload the water analysis data into the Miura database.

Quality and Accuracy Checks and Reporting Perform routine accuracy checks on lab equipment and procedures. Perform and record monthly calibrations, adjusting and correcting as necessary to fall within the necessary range of operation. Perform necessary weekly and daily calibrations to ensure proper operation of equipment and proper analysis results. Receive a passing evaluation during the biannual cross checks with Japan. Create routine reports on the operations and status of the lab. Generate reports on the analysis operations of the lab. Report on the calibration and accuracy checks.

Able to provide Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) Report to supervisor and general affairs monthly. Lab Management & Maintenance Maintain the laboratory’s cleanliness, organization, equipment maintenance, and inventory of reagents and consumable materials. Routinely clean the tools, glassware, and lab environment. Keep with 5S standards for organization and cleanliness to promote a safe and orderly work environment. Maintain the function of the lab equipment through routine maintenance and situational activities. Order lab chemicals and supplies as needed to maintain a proper inventory and minimize down-time. Perform monthly inventory counting and submission at the end of the month.

Manage and dispose of waste properly and in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures. Able to understand and follow the procedures for handling hazardous waste. Relocate solid and liquid waste to the appropriate locations and document the disposal as required, minimizing the risk of an accident. Safety Operate while following proper safety practices to keep yourself and others safe in the lab and factory. Wear proper PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) in the appropriate locations. Safely handling of all reagents. Safely and quickly clean up chemical spills in accordance with their SDS and lab safety policies and procedures.

Complete company-wide Compliance Training on a yearly basis. Identify unsafe conditions and report to a supervisor and General Affairs. Reagent Mixing Blend reagents for routine water analysis. Accurately follow the procedures for reagent mixing. Appropriately measure out raw material using the appropriate tools and equipment. Maintain a proper inventory of all raw materials. Water Sample & Bottle Management Perform all the functions that are associated to maintaining a low backlog of samples and make sure that Miura branches and Representatives have an adequate number of bottles for water sampling activities.

Send out empty water sample bottles to Miura personnel and Representatives to support their sampling activities. Supply of water bottles should be performed in a timely fashion. An inventory of bottles within the lab should be managed to allow for quick response to requests for bottles. Cooperate with multiple departments to ensure that the shipments occur properly. Follow the proper procedure for tracking of bottles and operational analysis. Receive water samples in a routine fashion. Shipments should be checked regularly to make sure they are received in a proper and timely manner.

Samples received should be tracked in the system on the day of receipt for proper data management and tracking. Samples awaiting analysis should be stored and managed appropriately to minimize accidents and mistakes with identification. Analyze water samples ( reference the section above ). Clean water bottles regularly to minimize clutter and manage the inventory of cleaned bottles for supply. Samples should be routinely disposed of according to established lab procedures. Water bottles should be cleaned and prepared for reuse. Follow proper procedures for storage and tracking of water bottles for operation analysis and inventory management.

Determine when the water bottles should be replaced and follow the procedure for replacing them with new bottles. Prepare new bottles for use based on proper inventory management. Lab Improvements Routinely perform assessments of all procedures, processes and equipment to determine if the lab is operating effectively and efficiently. Regular review of the lab to consider improvements to processes, procedures, and equipment. Provide recommendations to the supervisor for review and consideration. Improve knowledge and documentation of procedures and policies pertaining to the lab, including training material.

Position Minimum Requirements (knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform satisfactorily in the position): Must understand and be able to apply the principles of the MIURA “MOTTO,” “MISSION and VISION,” “MIURA WAY” and “CSLP – Complete Solutions & Lifecycle Partnerships” to their everyday work activities where applicable, and always put safety first. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects. Ability to work in a laboratory environment which is separated from other employees. Ability to properly and safely handle and dispose of hazardous waste. Ability to perform tasks repetitively and follow procedure thoroughly.

Job Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Experience with laboratory environment is preferred but not required. Experience with laboratory equipment calibration is preferred but not required. Knowledge of chemicals and their dangers is preferred but not required. Physical Demands Position requires walking and standing over 2/3 of time. Position requires sitting working at a keyboard under 1/3 of time. Position requires talking 1/3 to 2/3 of time. Position requires lifting up to 20 lbs. 1/3 to 2/3 of time. Position requires lifting up to 50 lbs. under 1/3 of time. Position requires climbing stairs under 1/3 of time. Position requires pushing under 1/3 of time.

Position requires hearing over 2/3 of time. Position requires keyboarding 1/3 to 2/3 of time. Position requires using close and color vision over 2/3 of time. Position requires using distance vision 1/3 to 2/3 of time. Position requires reading and interpreting instructions over 2/3 of time. Position requires regular and reliable attendance.