Lab Technician

Responsibilities

• Prepare standards. Record, prepare, test and track samples throughout the lab process.
• Perform quality assurance activities to verify the capability of equipment and methods
• Assemble, dismantle, troubleshoot, maintain, repair and calibrate analytical test equipment
• Perform test method reviews to ensure compliance
• Work with the lab team to complete workload and prioritize analyses to support plant operations
• Understand and adhere to site safety rules, policies and programs
• Aid in training of others on lab tech responsibilities when requested
• Maintain lab areas in a clean, safe and well-organized manner
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support site operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry preferred
• Bachelor's degree in non-chemistry discipline, Associate's degree, high school diploma or GED or related laboratory technician certification with experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry
• Formal training in general laboratory procedures
• General computer experience with standard software packages, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with LIMS and GC software is highly preferred but not required
• Experience with analytical equipment and instrumentation such as: GC, Karl Fisher, Auto-Titrators and Colorimeter preferred

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to multitask and prioritize a variety of analytical tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts and overtime when required