Industrial Lab Technician - Refining

Hoover & Strong, founded in 1912, is a family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner. We cater to the jewelry industry by producing over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our products and services include jewelry, contract castings, findings, mill products, and eco-friendly metal refining.

A team of over 90 enthusiastic and dedicated coworkers have created a progressive, family-oriented work environment that encourages personal growth, the sharing of creative ideas and responsible practices. Our work ethic is strong, and we strive for excellence and innovation in everything that we do. Providing high-quality products and professional services is our passion and we do it all in a casual, non-corporate atmosphere with respect and appreciation for one another.

Make a difference in YOUR life and become a part of the Hoover Family!

INDUSTRIAL LAB TECHNICIAN - REFINING (Onsite)

What You'll Be Doing :

We are looking for a lab technician who will learn century old technics and modern-day refining processes, in the greenest specialty refinery in the US. You will refine scrap into pure metals, which will be recycled and made into thousands of jewelry products, and conduct chemical and physical processes using fundamental chemical understanding. Because this is a specialized field, we will provide all required technical training and support for this position. All you need is a strong chemistry background and eagerness to learn. We need someone who wants to make this a career and enjoy greater rewards, while learning our confidential refining process.

Starting Hourly Rate : $23, based on experience

Your Day to Day Might Include :

Refining & Lab Work 90%

• Refine specialty metals using chemical and electrolytic methods. Follow routine tasks accurately and abide by strict methodologies to insure proper refining.
• Conduct tests and inspections to monitor product quality and ensure compliance with service, standards and specifications.
• Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems in production.
• Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure equipment is working properly.
• Chemically small batch refine customer scrap to remove and return customer stones.
• Monitor air and wastewater treatment area to ensure green processes are maintained to highest standards.
• Provide technical support and assistance to refining team.
• Ensure the laboratory is cleaned, well-stocked and resourced. Order and inventory materials to maintain production supplies.

Resource Management 10%

What We're Looking For :

Our comprehensive benefits package includes :

All applicants must complete the online application at careers.hooverandstrong or find us on Indeed. We cannot accept resumes without the online application. Candidates must pass an extensive background check, credit, criminal and drug screen; in addition, all candidates must be willing to adhere to a metal-free dress code policy.

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.