Lab Technician

Why Join Us

At Saint-Gobain, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and performance of advanced ceramic products used in demanding applications around the world. As a Lab Technician, you will work in a fast-paced laboratory environment supporting manufacturing, quality, and R&D teams through product testing, analysis, and process improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Quality Testing & Analysis
  • Perform laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
  • Conduct physical, chemical, and analytical testing including particle size, hardness, density, surface area, pH, ICP, XRD, FTIR, TGA, and SEM analysis.
  • Record, evaluate, and communicate test results to production, quality, and R&D teams.
  • Investigate test failures and perform retesting as needed.
  • Approve materials and maintain product quality documentation.
• Laboratory Operations
  • Organize and prioritize daily sample workload.
  • Log, track, and maintain testing records and reports.
  • Maintain calibration of laboratory instruments and equipment.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate repairs when necessary.
  • Monitor inventory and order laboratory supplies.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all laboratory and plant safety procedures.
  • Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Properly handle chemicals, testing materials, and laboratory equipment.
  • Report unsafe conditions and support a safe work environment.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Support special projects, audits, product trials, and new product introductions.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D teams.
  • Train new laboratory personnel as needed.
  • Support problem-solving and process improvement efforts throughout the facility.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to accurately record, analyze, and communicate data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and laboratory environment.
• 1-3 years of laboratory, quality, technical, manufacturing, or analytical experience.
• Experience with laboratory testing equipment and quality control procedures.
• Knowledge of chemical handling and laboratory safety practices.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Physical & Work Environment

• Work in both laboratory and manufacturing settings.
• Frequent standing, walking, observation, measurement, and data recording.
• Exposure to dust, chemicals, industrial equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be flexible to work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, safety-focused, and committed to delivering accurate results. They work effectively with cross-functional teams, demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, and contribute to maintaining the high-quality standards our customers expect.

A Little More About Us

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Pay

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location/geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Additional pay incentives for this role include shift differentials (if applicable) and standard overtime (hourly rate * 1.5).

Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • LiveWell Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection
  • 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
  • Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Benefits
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Group Legal
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance and Discounts
  • Back-up Child & Elder Care
  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
  • Volunteer Day

Schedule

Tuesday to Saturday day shift hours.