Advanced Materials Lab Technician | Analytical & QA Focus

TMD Staffing; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Monday-Friday schedule

Advanced laboratory technologies

Professional work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

TMD Staffing in Cedar Park, TX is seeking an experienced Analytical Laboratory Technician for a cutting-edge materials and mineral analysis laboratory.

The role focuses on safe, accurate analytical testing; supporting chemists; and maintaining detailed records while following SOPs and QA/QC procedures.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with pay at $35.00 per hour, and have the chance to operate ICP‑OES, XRDX and other lab instrumentation in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Geology, or a related field
• Experience working in a chemistry or analytical laboratory preferred
• Background in mineral processing, wastewater treatment, or industrial manufacturing environments is a plus
• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, analytical methods, and data interpretation
• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as: ICP-OES, XRDX, RFTG, ADS, CSEM, Laser Particle Analyzers
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and professional work environment

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing safely, accurately, and efficiently
• Assist chemists with analytical measurements and laboratory processes
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of laboratory activities
• Follow laboratory SOPs and established testing procedures
• Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues
• Communicate effectively with laboratory personnel, engineers, and supervisors
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and contamination control standards
• Prepare analytical reagents, standards, and solutions
• Operate analytical balances and laboratory equipment
• Perform accurate liquid handling using pipettes and dispensing systems
• Operate laboratory grinding and sample preparation equipment
• Use pH and ISE meters
• Follow all laboratory safety requirements and procedures
• Record and manage analytical data accurately and confidentially
• Prepare and communicate test results to internal teams
• Follow QA/QC procedures to ensure data quality and repeatability
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety and quality standards
• Work closely with technical teams to support research, testing, and process improvement initiatives
• Assist with the evaluation of new laboratory methods and technologies
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the laboratory

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Safety awareness

Education

B.S. in Chemistry/Materials Science/Geology or related field

Tools

ICP-OES

XRDX

RFTG

ADS

CSEM

Laser Particle Analyzers

Job description

TMD Staffing in Cedar Park, TX is seeking an experienced Analytical Laboratory Technician for a cutting-edge materials and mineral analysis laboratory.

The role focuses on safe, accurate analytical testing; supporting chemists; and maintaining detailed records while following SOPs and QA/QC procedures.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with pay at $35.00 per hour, and have the chance to operate ICP‑OES, XRDX and other lab instrumentation in a collaborative team.