Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine tests or experiments within parameters defined by supervisor.
• Observes and adjusts variables as necessary.
• Operates a wide range of analytical equipment including GC’s, HPLC’s, FTIR, UV/Vis spectrometer, auto-titrators, particle size analyzers, viscometers, pH meters, nitrogen analyzers etc.
• Provides analytical support to production operations and becomes familiar with basic process chemistries to put analytical testing into the proper context.
• May perform tests and experiments of a non-routine nature in response to various production situations or in accordance with supervisor's instructions.
• Conducts all observations and adjusts variables as instructed making a variety of specified measurements and manipulations as necessary.
• Recognizes irregularities in equipment, tests, and experiments, bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
• May perform minor adjustments and repairs of instruments, mostly under the guidance of the supervisor.
• Sums up results using appropriate mathematical techniques, maintaining data in appropriate form for interpretation by supervisors.
• Maintains complete record of work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field with 0-2 yrs. experience; or Associate's degree in related field with 1-4 yrs. experience; or technical certification/military training in science field with 3-5 yrs. experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, detail oriented, and ability to communicate within a team.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Ability to analyze problems.
• Ability to recognize the cause of inconsistent or unexpected analytical results.
• Basic knowledge of LIMS, various analytical instrument software and other databases.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must work a rotating shift schedule.
• Able to lift/pull/push 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience with Laboratory Instrument Management

Skills

• Experience with Laboratory Instrument Management

Benefits & Perks

Team recognition rewards, sponsored lunches and monetary incentives based on performance
Comprehensive Benefit package, Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) plan with company match
Rotating shift – 14 days off/month