Lab Assistant

About Syrah

Syrah Resources Limited is an Australian Securities Exchange listed (ASX : SYR) industrial minerals and technology company with its flagship Balama Graphite Operation in Mozambique ("Balama") and a downstream Active Anode Material Project in Vidalia, Louisiana USA ("Vidalia"). Syrah's Vision is to be the world's leading supplier of superior quality graphite and anode material products, working closely with customers and the supply chain to add value in battery and industrial markets.

At Syrah, our people are our point of difference. In pursuit of our Vision, we have established and continue to drive a high-performance culture founded on our Company Values where employees, contract partners and value chain participants are treated with fairness and respect, and where ethical and sustainable business practices are upheld.

We are proud of our workforce diversity and remain committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all of our employees. Accordingly, Syrah keeps an open mind to its recruitment and selection processes and strongly encourages people from all different backgrounds to apply for a role with the Company. Flexible working options are available to ensure we reach the widest pool of talent possible.

About the role

Reporting to the Company's Laboratory Superintendent, an exciting opportunity exists for an Laboratory Assistant to join the Syrah team based in Vidalia, Louisiana. This role is responsible for assisting and supporting the Laboratory Technician in performing all the required analysis for product QAQC. Areas of focus are tapped density, particle size distribution, XRF, sample splitter, % moisture, and % ash analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepare dry samples to conduct tests and experiments.
• Support the Lab Technician during the shifts, preparing samples and running analysis as trained
• Clean and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment in proper working conditions.
• Conduct quality control tests to ensure product is not out of specifications.
• Order laboratory supplies and chemicals, keeping an eye on expiration dates.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety guidelines.
• Any other duties as reasonably directed by the Laboratory Technician.
• Contribute to site EHS and ESG performance by engaging and working collaboratively at all levels.
• Comply with company's Policies, Corporate Safety, Health & Environmental rules, and Code of Conduct always.
• Performing analyses such : Tap density, XRF, Particle size distribution, Sample splitting, % Moisture and % Ash.
• Follows the Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

Modified Dupont, continuous rotation including nights and weekends.