Laboratory Technician - Physical Cement Section

Philippine Geoanalytics, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 134,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Philippine Geoanalytics, Inc. in Metro Manila seeks a detail-oriented laboratory technician to operate testing machinery, record data, and uphold ISO-compliant laboratory practices in our cement and construction materials testing facility.

The role focuses on performing physical and mechanical tests (compressive strength, fineness, setting time), calibrating equipment, ensuring data integrity, and supervising lab assistants under safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a BIT major in Civil Technology or related engineering/industrial technology course.
• Skills in technical mathematics, data recording, and interpretation of testing standards (ASTM, Philippine National Standards).
• Competencies include analytical thinking, precision, attention to detail, and understanding of concrete properties.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized physical and mechanical testing on cement samples (compressive strength, fineness, setting time, soundness, and continuity).
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment and machinery (compression machines, Blaine fineness apparatus, Vicat apparatus).
• Calculate, evaluate, and record test results accurately, ensuring data integrity for quality control reports.
• Identify and report any material deviations, unusual test results, and quality non-conformances to management.
• Supervise the preparation, molding, curing, and handling of samples performed by laboratory assistants.
• Maintain an orderly, clean, and safe laboratory environment in strict compliance with safety standards and ISO/standard operating procedures.

Skills

Technical mathematics

Data recording

Interpret testing standards

Education

Bachelor of Industrial Technology (BIT) major in Civil Technology (CT)

Tools

Compression machines

Blaine fineness apparatus

Vicat apparatus

Job description

Position Overview:
Operate testing machinery, analyze testing data, and maintain accurate laboratory records.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of a Bachelor of Industrial Technology (BIT) major in Civil Technology (CT), or any related engineering/industrial technology course.

• Skills: Proficient in technical mathematics, data recording, and interpretation of technical testing standards (e.g., ASTM, Philippine National Standards).

• Competencies: High level of precision, analytical thinking, strong attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of concrete and cement properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform specialized physical and mechanical testing on cement samples (e.g., compressive strength, fineness, setting time, soundness, and consistency tests).

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment and machinery (e.g., compression machines, Blaine fineness apparatus, Vicat apparatus).

• Calculate, evaluate, and record test results accurately, ensuring data integrity for quality control reports.

• Identify and report any material deviations, unusual test results, and quality non-conformances to management.

• Supervise the preparation, molding, curing, and handling of samples performed by laboratory assistants.

• Maintain an orderly, clean, and safe laboratory environment in strict compliance with safety standards and ISO/standard operating procedures.