Analytical Laboratory Sr. Technician / Sr. Supervisor

Umicore•Pasadena, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analytical Laboratory Sr. Technician / Sr. Supervisor conducts laboratory experiments following approved procedures and test plans. The role prepares chemical solutions, catalyst slurries, coated substrates, and catalyst samples, and performs weighing, mixing, dispersion, wash coating, impregnation, drying, and calcination. It operates laboratory equipment, monitors experiments, identifies anomalies, and supports troubleshooting. The position also maintains accurate and traceable records, follows safety and equipment procedures, keeps the laboratory clean and organized, and collaborates with technical and cross-functional teams. The position is on-site in Pasadena, Texas.

Requirements

Associate degree in chemistry, materials science, process technology, or a related field; alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant laboratory, chemical-processing, catalyst-manufacturing, or materials-preparation experience.
Hands-on experience in a chemical, materials, catalyst, or industrial laboratory.
Ability to follow written procedures and perform basic laboratory calculations.
Attention to detail and sample traceability.
Effective communication skills.
Basic Microsoft Office skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong commitment to safe laboratory practices.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of relevant laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct laboratory experiments according to approved procedures and test plans.
Prepare chemical solutions, catalyst slurries, coated substrates, and catalyst samples.
Perform weighing, mixing, dispersion, wash coating, impregnation, drying, and calcination.
Operate laboratory equipment, including ICP, XRF, balances, mixers, pH meters, pumps, ovens, furnaces, and the ATU Unit.
Monitor experiments, identify anomalies, and support troubleshooting.
Maintain accurate, traceable records of samples, conditions, observations, and results.
Follow safety, chemical-handling, waste-disposal, and equipment procedures.
Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and safe.
Collaborate effectively with technical and cross-functional teams.
Perform other duties required in the workplace.