Laboratory Technician

Hexion Careers•Springfield, OR

28d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Chemical Laboratory Technician to join our Research & Technical Services team. In this role, you will support the development, testing, and scale-up of chemical products. You'll work in a collaborative lab environment, assisting chemists, maintaining equipment, analyzing data, and ensuring safe, compliant lab operations.

Requirements

Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to remain composed and effective in a fast-paced environment
Strong time management skills
Ability to work independently
2 years of hands-on experience in a chemical laboratory
Familiarity with synthesis of thermosetting polymers such as phenol-, urea-, melamine-formaldehyde
Proficient with Microsoft Office and data entry tools; statistical knowledge a plus
Safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and proactive
Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or a related scientific field (or equivalent laboratory coursework)
Prior industry experience in product development, technical services, manufacturing support, or 2 years chemical laboratory experience
Basic understanding of laboratory practices and chemical safety
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
Ability to perform repetitive testing with consistency and accuracy
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, data entry, electronic documentation)

Nice To Haves

Internship, co-op, or academic laboratory experience
Exposure to chemical manufacturing or quality control environments
Experience working with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Experience or interest in working with data, statistics and graphs
SAP knowledge

Responsibilities

Support chemists in the synthesis and testing of new and existing chemical products
Conduct a range of physical and chemical tests using lab equipment and instrumentation
Laboratory-scale manufacturing of end use products for ASTM testing
Execute and monitor laboratory-scale batches with clear, concise notes and observations
Timely use of computer systems and databases to log data and track samples (LIMS experience is a plus
Maintain detailed, accurate, and organized lab notebooks and technical records
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Technical Service, production, engineering, QC, etc.)
Collect, label, and prepare chemical samples for testing and proper disposal
Manage and track chemical inventory and ensure supplies are well-stocked
Routine laboratory housekeeping in compliance with safety standards
Read, understand, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for handling chemicals
Analyze test results and assist in preparing technical data summaries and reports
Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instruments and small-scale machinery
Ensure lab practices comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, ISO)
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to lab efficiency initiatives
Support onboarding and training of new lab personnel (as applicable)