Laboratory Technician I
About The Position
Hudson Technologies is the largest independent distributor of refrigerants and the largest refrigerant reclaimer in North America. Combined with our industry leading, patented, and proprietary On-Site Chiller Services and Global Energy Services we lead the way in lifecycle management of refrigerants and our commitment to the environment. The position will involve working in the refrigerant reclamation laboratory and screening used refrigerant impurities. The individual will learn to analyze refrigerants to determine if they meet the industry's standard. Learning Hudson's refrigerant separation process and operating the equipment within the laboratory will also be required.
Requirements
- 1-3 years comparable work experience
- High School graduate required.
- Proficient in various computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel.
- Experience using the following equipment: Computer, gas chromatographs, Karl Fisher Moisture Titrators
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Standing for long periods of time.
Nice To Haves
- AA or BS degree preferred in science field preferred.
- Science Degree strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Understand, from a chemical perspective, the refrigerant reclamation process and the analytical analyses performed to evaluate refrigerants integrity.
- Collect refrigerant samples from cylinders, drums and bulk storage tanks using various laboratory and chemistry techniques and prepare samples for analysis.
- Assemble cylinders for refrigerant collection and follow QC steps for them.
- Analyze samples using gas chromatography as needed.
- Perform wet chemistry and other titration techniques.
- Enter results from analysis into Refrigerant Handling System.
- Change GC carrier and fuel gas cylinders when necessary. (Cylinders weigh 200 pounds but can be moved with a hand cart)
- Work as a team with both lab, Sales and Customer Service to gather necessary data for the sample analysis.
- Frequent computer responsibilities using Microsoft Office programs.
- Be flexible regarding work schedule and be able to work overtime when requested.
- Any other duties as assigned by the Lab Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
