Membrane Laboratory Technician

Kruita • San Marcos, CA

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About The Position

The Membrane Lab Technician I executes daily operations for Kurita America, Inc., sales orders under the direction of the Manager, Membrane Services. The role tracks multiple assigned sales orders from open to close to meet production requirements for each type of service. The technician performs sample intake and preparation, laboratory testing and analysis, routine equipment maintenance, documentation, inventory tracking, and facility upkeep. Some procedures and equipment use are performed under supervision.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of laboratory exposure.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or another related science, or equivalent work experience; one year of education may be substituted with two years of experience.
• Effective communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work with basic power tools such as a drill or saw.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, or equivalents.
• Subject to logistics and/or chemical-handling training, including training regulated by Federal, State, and City agencies, which may include DOT, IATA, and IMO requirements specific to Class 8 corrosive products.

Responsibilities

• Log, track, and check in incoming samples and equipment; cut and harvest membrane samples for testing.
• Collect and draft scientific data reports for manager review, and organize digital files, photos, and records.
• Perform daily tasks and facility upkeep as specified by the Manager or Membrane Analysts.
• Communicate and coordinate with team members on required tasks.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines to ensure proper techniques are performed at the highest level.
• Maintain a clean laboratory environment.
• Perform routine maintenance on all equipment except the SEM/EDS.
• Keep inventory of laboratory supplies, including gloves, reagents, cleaners, and hose.
• Assist with membrane dissections and use tools such as FT-IR under supervision.
• Perform membrane, filter, and foulant dissections; sample collection; and foulant analysis procedures.
• Perform wet chemistry procedures, including titration, ion chromatography, and turbidity testing.
• Perform laboratory cleaning studies under supervision and instruction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree