Lab Technician

Hexcel • Decatur, AL

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About The Position

The Laboratory Technician performs testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to verify compliance with specifications and quality requirements. The role supports Manufacturing and Quality through accurate testing and reporting, equipment upkeep, documentation, and continuous improvement. Work takes place in a manufacturing laboratory on a 12-hour rotating shift, with possible proximity to manufacturing operations. The position may involve extended standing, handling samples and laboratory materials, and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Three years of laboratory or manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma.
• 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.
• Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing laboratory.
• Relevant manufacturing, quality, or laboratory experience may be considered in place of formal education.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, identify, and test laboratory samples according to established procedures.
• Perform routine physical and/or chemical testing using approved methods, specifications, and work instructions.
• Accurately record, review, and report laboratory results in applicable logs, forms, and electronic systems.
• Compare 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 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED