Laboratory Technician

Metiri Analytical Group IncDelhi Charter Township, MI
5d

About The Position

Metiri is a trusted analytical lab delivering environmental testing, and we're looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team! The Laboratory Technician plays a key role in analyzing samples of soil, air, or water, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving the company’s mission to promote environmental health and sustainability. This full-time position is eligible for Metiri's comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.

Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting preferred, but recent graduates with relevant coursework are encouraged to apply.
  • Knowledge of environmental testing methods and laboratory practices.
  • Proficiency using laboratory instruments and software.
  • Strong attention to detail and exceptional organization skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to identify and resolve problems, gather and analyze information, and meet time-sensitive productivity standards.
  • Professional communication skills, including: reading and interpreting written information; writing clearly and legibly, such as when preparing forms/logs/reports; listening to understand directives, feedback, or complex issues; speaking clearly and persuasively to share information, confirm details, and ask follow-up questions.
  • Laboratory environment with routine exposure to chemicals and testing equipment.
  • Requires adherence to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • May require occasional outdoor sample collection.
  • Frequent standing, walking, and lifting items up to 25lbs.
  • Repetitive use of hands/fingers and fine motor skills for typing, grasping, and operating laboratory equipment.
  • Close visual acuity to view computer monitors, read/prepare data, and determine size/color/shape.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate closely with members of the Login team to receive, organize, and label incoming samples, ensuring chain of custody.
  • Check samples for thermal and chemical preservation and adjust as needed, recording any checks and adjustments.
  • Organize and maintain the sample storage areas so that sample location is known and easily accessible, and properly dispose of samples following established protocols.
  • Perform accurate and on time prep and analysis of samples, adhering to strict Quality Assurance procedures and safety protocols to ensure results meet data quality objectives and to minimize re-analysis.
  • Assist Laboratory Analysts with weighing, measuring, and cleaning labware; maintaining inventories of supplies, materials, chemicals and equipment; and ensuring clean, safe, organized work area.
  • Operate laboratory instruments/support equipment and perform routine maintenance, cleaning, troubleshooting, calibration, and basic repair.
  • Review laboratory data and enter results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
  • Document all aspects of the analytical process to ensure complete audit/reconstruction of results.
  • Proactively report status updates and potential delays to relevant teams or members of leadership.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • health coverage
  • paid time off
  • 401(k) matching
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