Technician II Labs - Preparations

NSF is seeking a motivated Technician II for the Preparations Lab who enjoys hands-on, active work. This role is ideal for someone looking to expand their lab experience and grow within a certification company.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic laboratory tasks without direction, including making batch water, distributing and tracking samples, laboratory housekeeping/maintenance, and preparing or pre-treating samples.
• Adhere to all corporate and laboratory quality control procedures and policies.
• Perform exposure and preparation methods for varied product types.
• Prepare all records (electronic data, folders, and forms) in a timely, thorough, and neat manner.
• Use laboratory information systems and sample tracking procedures.
• Work with various chemicals, solvents, acids, and bases using MSDS guidelines.
• Coordinate subcontracting and outsourcing as needed.
• Participate in work schedule rotations.
• Provide input for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in your work area.
• Assist in methods development as assigned.
• Cross-train in other Preparation group sections to help manage high sample volumes.
• Collaborate with other labs within the Ann Arbor facility as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Suggest, test, document, and implement process improvements.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Follow all safety and health policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic laboratory skills.
• Ability to document data accurately in lab worksheets.
• Knowledge of chemical names and formulas.
• Ability to use basic laboratory equipment.
• Perform laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow quality requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1+ years of relevant lab experience.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Familiarity with quality procedures.
• Familiarity with general laboratory equipment and procedures.

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 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.

About The Team

NSF's global network of state-of-the-art laboratories is the backbone of our comprehensive testing and certification services. Staffed by engineers, chemists, microbiologists, and toxicologists, we offer world-class technical expertise across the food, water, and life sciences industries.