Chemical Lab Technician

Apex Systems; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Lab Technician in Riverview, FL to perform laboratory tests on heavy equipment oil, ensuring accurate sample handling and compliant reporting. The candidate will process samples, calibrate instruments, and document results to support quality control and process control objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related field, with 2+ years of lab experience and familiarity with instruments such as Titrations, Viscometer, GC, ICP, and FTIR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related field.
• 2+ years of related lab experience.
• Lab experience with Titrations, Viscometer, GC, ICP, FTIR.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate lab equipment to test oil products and calibrate instruments as needed.
• Test oil samples for quality attributes (purity, viscosity, density, etc.).
• Record results, prepare reports, and generate graphs/charts.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Documentation

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

2+ years lab experience

Experience with Titrations, Viscometer, GC, ICP, FTIR

Tools

Titrations

Viscometer

GC

ICP

FTIR

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a candidate to fill an immediate Lab Technician role in the Riverview, FL area. Performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of heavy equipment oil for such purposes as quality control or process control. Process fluid samples in an efficient and organized manner that guarantees sample accuracy.

Job#: 3046069

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instruments to test and analyze oil products. Calibrate laboratory instruments, as necessary.
• Tests oil samples used in heavy equipment for such qualities as purity, stability, viscosity, density, etc. Verifies conformity to specifications. Ensures fluid samples are given the applicable test, i.e., wear metals, water, glycol, particle count, infrared, coolant analysis, fuel test.
• Records test results, prepare test reports, prepares graphs and charts as necessary.
• Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Maintains history for all enrolled units and ensure records are accurate and complete.
• Customers/Internal Personnel of abnormal or urgent samples, as needed.
• Receives samples, and breaks down by branch, customer, and compartments daily.
• Ensures samples and test results are registered daily.
• Ensures all reports are prepared within 24 hours of receiving and copies are distributed to customers and appropriate personnel.
• Performs inventory monthly to ensure that adequate inventory of supplies will be on hand at all times.
• Ensures equipment maintenance and calibration requirements are completed daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly prior to operating Lab equipment and ensure all log books are kept current.
• Ensures the lab and equipment is kept clean, orderly, and safe and that all necessary supplies are kept in a safe, neat, and organized manner.
• Performs tasks in a safe manner. Ensures all required Personnel protection equipment is worn (goggles, gloves, etc.)

Hours

• This position is Monday-Friday with a start time of either 6am or 7am. This laboratory is a fast paced environment with large work loads, at times there may be overtime.

Education

• The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or a related field.
• 2+ years of related lab experienced will be considered in lieu of degree
• Lab experience should include experience with any of the following: Titrations, Viscometer, GC, ICP, FTIR.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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