Lab Technician I

Royal Oak•Greenville, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D / Lab Technician is responsible for conducting daily laboratory testing, supporting production quality, and managing continuous burn testing operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product performance, consistency, and compliance through material testing, data analysis, and reporting. This position requires strong multitasking ability, attention to detail, and the ability to manage overlapping test processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field (preferred) (e.g., Chemistry, Engineering, Material Science, or related)
1–3 years of experience in a lab, manufacturing, or quality environment preferred
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Set up and execute daily burn testing cycles for fire logs
Monitor active burn cycles (4–5 hours per cycle)
Record flame height measurements at designated intervals (30, 90, 180 minutes)
Maintain and clean fireplaces throughout the testing process
Initiate secondary burn cycles as required
Compile and report burn data to the R&D Engineer
Collect material samples from production (Mixers 1 & 3)
Perform BTU testing
Perform Puck density testing
Perform Moisture analysis
Perform Particle size analysis
Perform Bulk density testing
Conduct repeat testing and validation as needed
Support additional product and material testing requests
Accurately record all test results in Excel or internal systems
Verify data integrity and test accuracy
Prepare and submit daily burn logs and lab reports
Update R&D performance tracking charts, including: BTU values, Moisture content, Particle size, Bulk density, Puck density
Provide real-time feedback on mix quality to production teams
Assist in identifying process or material issues
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain clean and organized lab and testing areas
Clean and service fireplaces used in burn testing
Perform routine equipment maintenance and upkeep
Dispose of unused or excess materials per guidelines
Conduct specialized testing, including: Wax viscosity, Flash point, Melting point, Energy output (BTU)
Support R&D projects and product development trials