Lab Technician
About The Position
The Laboratory Technician performs laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to verify compliance with established specifications and quality requirements. The position supports Manufacturing and Quality through accurate testing, timely reporting, equipment upkeep, documentation, and continuous improvement activities. This position is a 12-hour rotating shift. Work is performed in a manufacturing laboratory and may require standing for extended periods, handling samples and laboratory materials, wearing required personal protective equipment, and working near manufacturing operations.
Requirements
- Three years of lab/manufacturing experience required.
- High School diploma required.
- Eligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in chemistry, chemical technology, materials science, engineering technology, or a related technical field is preferred.
- Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing laboratory is preferred.
- Relevant manufacturing, quality, or laboratory experience may be considered in place of formal education.
Responsibilities
- Collect, prepare, identify, and test laboratory samples in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform routine physical and/or chemical testing using approved methods, specifications, and work instructions.
- Accurately record, review, and report laboratory results using applicable logs, forms, and electronic systems.
- Compare test results with specifications and promptly communicate abnormal, questionable, or nonconforming results.
- Support investigations and troubleshooting related to manufacturing processes, materials, and product quality.
- Operate, clean, inspect, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and measuring equipment as assigned.
- Maintain laboratory records, retained samples, standards, reagents, solutions, and supplies.
- Follow laboratory SOPs, quality-system requirements, safe-work practices, and applicable environmental requirements.
- Communicate testing status and results effectively with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other stakeholders.
- Participate in continuous-improvement efforts involving test methods, workflow, data quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
- Maintain orderly, clean, and audit-ready laboratory work areas.
- Assist with procedure revisions, method updates, training, and other laboratory activities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
