Lab Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language
• Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. and college level chemistry courses for science majors
• At least 2+ year experience working in a laboratory setting
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to apply basic mathematics skills
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions accordingly
• Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Properly interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Possess a professional attitude
• Ability to multitask and utilize the time available to organize and complete work within given deadlines
• Must be willing and able provide overtime coverage, occasional plant call-outs.
• Must be willing and able to work shift work hours alternating periods between days and nights.
• Must be willing to work with hazardous and/or flammable chemicals with proper safety precautions, training, and equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work in environments that require frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting (30 lbs.)
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse set of cross functional groups.
• Proficient computer skills are required to effectively use requisite software applications.
• Complete tasks wearing required personal protective equipment which may include fire protective clothing, goggles, face shields, gloves, steel toe boots, hearing protection, respirators, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled or completed a Science degree program
• Industrial Lab experience

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory testing and analysis as directed to assist production in making qualitative and quantitative analyses and report the results to the requestor as needed
• Understand and apply technical information, diagrams, and procedures related to test methods and standards (ASTM/ISO), instrumentation and quality control pertinent to physical and analytical lab operations.
• Assist with test method development and work instructions as needed
• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance to standards and specifications. Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
• Observe and record data in an accurate, precise and organized manner as required
• Continue training of all test methods that are related to the physical testing performed in the laboratory
• Operate pertinent laboratory equipment for test specimen creation
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments and equipment, but not limited to troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on laboratory instrumentation and equipment
• Conform to safe work practices and compliant to corporate safety program
• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams, and by conducting laboratory and plant safety audits.
• Handle hazardous materials in a safe and cautious manner
• If necessary, may perform duties not directly related to position and assist fellow workers.
• Learn and perform routine and non-routine sample analyses and develop as a technician to be able to: Document, communicate, and archive analytical results.
• Test quality control standards to ensure validity of sample results.
• Execute routine calibrations as required and maintain associated records.
• Be an active member of the lab / shift which may include participating on committees dealing with investigations, policy and procedure development, and improving the work place environment.
• Interact well with lab specialist, chemists and operating technicians as it pertains to instrument troubleshooting, sample analysis methods, calibration and results.
• Engage in frequent developmental dialog with supervisor and others to continually enhance personal and group performance and development.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• health savings
• life insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• 6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
• 5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• Bravo Rewards Program
• Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages
• Competitive Vacation Policies
• Global Adoption Policy
• Matching Gifts Program