Analytical Lab Technician — 8-Hour Rotating Shifts

Advansix; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AdvanSix is seeking a laboratory technician to perform routine and non-routine analyses of in-process and finished samples, calibrate instruments, distribute samples for testing, and troubleshoot lab equipment. You will work within a 8-hour rotating shift and support safety and quality initiatives.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in manufacturing or an technical/science field; preferred are chemistry or technical degrees.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience or an Associate’s Degree or higher in a technical or science related field.
• Willingness to work in an 8-hour rotating shift including holidays, weekends, and overtime.
• Proficiency with a computer, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Strong math, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Able to meet minimum physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process and finished samples using laboratory equipment.
• Distribute samples for laboratory testing.
• Trouble‑shoot laboratory equipment.
• Calibrate instruments.
• Prepare standards.
• Maintain housekeeping of area.
• Stay compliant with all safety training and requirements.
• Participate in AdvanSix OS principles (Standard Work, 5S, Continuous Improvement).
• Train Quality Assurance trainees.
• Additional duties as directed.

Skills

Math

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in a technical or science related field

Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry or technical field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

AdvanSix is seeking a laboratory technician to perform routine and non-routine analyses of in-process and finished samples, calibrate instruments, distribute samples for testing, and troubleshoot lab equipment. You will work within a 8-hour rotating shift and support safety and quality initiatives.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in manufacturing or an technical/science field; preferred are chemistry or technical degrees.