Technician I Labs - Exposures Lab

Responsibilities

• Perform basic laboratory tasks (i.e. making batch water, distributing and tracking samples, laboratory housekeeping/maintenance, and preparing or pre-treating samples).
• Perform all applicable corporate and laboratory quality control procedures and policies.
• Prepare exposure/prep methods for varied product types.
• Prepare all records (electronic data, folders and forms) in a timely, thorough and neat manner.
• Use the laboratory information systems and sample tracking procedures, as applicable.
• Work with various chemicals, solvents, acids, and bases using MSDSs.
• Participate in rotation of work schedules.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Adhere to the safety and health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to organize work and maintain work flow with minimal direction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in a physical science or equivalent laboratory experience
• Good organization skills and the ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Familiarity with quality procedures
• Familiarity with general laboratory equipment and procedures

Physical Demands

• Frequent light physical effort required for lifting and manipulating test samples or moving 5 to 10 lbs. from one area to another.
• Periodic medium and heavy physical effort (ability to lift and manipulate test samples or move up to 20 lbs. alone, or more with group or mechanical assistance).
• Standing for long periods of time is necessary periodically.
• Working with various organic solvents, chemical analytes, reagents, acids, and bases is necessary.
• Safety glasses must be worn at all times in lab areas.

About Us

With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life. One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work. Come join a team that makes a difference in the world. More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org.

NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.