Laboratory Technician I, Smoke and Aerosol Testing

McKinney Specialty Labs•Richmond, VA

About The Position

McKinney Specialty Labs is a growing scientific organization in Richmond, Virginia, specializing in testing nicotine and other aerosolized products. The Laboratory Technician I performs measurements and related tasks to generate defensible client data efficiently and on time. The role supports smoke and aerosol testing in a state-of-the-art facility and includes sample handling, preparation, documentation, data review, and maintaining a clean and safe workstation.

Requirements

Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to organize daily work.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work on your feet for most of the day.
Maintain high-quality performance and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in science, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and load smoke machines.
Perform calibration and leak tests.
Weigh samples.
Prepare reagents and standards.
Enter data into Excel and bench books.
Notify the Group Leader of inventory needs.
Dispose of waste properly.
Keep the workstation clean and organized and observe acceptable safety habits.
Document sample preparation thoroughly enough to reconstruct the process, detect errors, or demonstrate compliance with procedures.
Make legible, compliant bench-book entries according to associated SOPs.
Assemble data packages and perform peer review of work.
Inform the Group Leader of repeat requests or situations that are out of compliance.
Obtain a complete understanding of compliance criteria for tests and procedures performed at assigned workstations from the Group Leader, Department Manager, and peers.