Lab Technician

Ecolab Inc.•Garland, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Lab Technician to join our team in Garland, TX. As a Lab Technician, you’ll perform biological and chemical analyses, support formulation development, and contribute to continuous improvement by evaluating processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Associate's Degree
2 years laboratory or quality control experience in related industry
PC computer skills in Excel, Word, and Access
Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures

Nice To Haves

Strong background in scientific skills and lab analysis
HPLC, FTIR, Viscometer Instruments, Auto titration, or other instrument training
Experience with troubleshooting problems with test methods and lab equipment as they arise
Strong verbal and written communication skill
Strong analytical skills and knowledge of basic statistical principles
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

Assist in development of formulations for a variety of applications
Responsible for all steps of routine experimentation including sample prep, equipment orientation, instrument control, data processing, and analysis
Conduct product performance and field testing
Approve, hold, and/or reject products based on laboratory analysis versus specifications
Ensure compliance to current regulatory requirements, following GMP guidelines for data reporting, and preparation of validation protocols, raw data generation, and final reports
Conduct reexamination of borderline results, research technical literature, and communicate opportunities for process improvements
Multi-task between many projects to ensure the various completion deadlines are met
Recommend testing parameters, complete experiments and project work as assigned
Provide analytical and technical support for quality related product investigations
Complete data reviews for out-of-specification test results issuing SPC charts of historical results
Optimize and recommend lab improvements to support 5S initiatives
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
matching 401K
company-paid pension
stock purchase plan
paid parental leave
select discounted childcare resources
life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
auto insurance
home insurance
pet insurance
identity theft protection
short-term and long-term disability
401k
pension plans
retirement health care benefits
short-term incentives
vacation (12 days)
holidays
parental leave
employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
discount on day care services and caregiver services
adoption assistance
group legal services
employee assistance program
employee discount program
education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations