Emulsion Lab Technician

Davita Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking an Emulsion Lab Technician to join its Charlotte team. This role involves sampling, testing, and maintaining lab equipment while ensuring compliance with quality control standards. Prior laboratory experience is essential, and the environment is typically indoors with physical demands including standing for extended periods. The position offers a range of company benefits, including paid leave and wellness programs.

Benefits

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy

Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match

Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities

Health and Wellness Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with AASHTO and ASTM specifications.
• Ethical professional and behavioral standards.
• Ability to perform physical demands, including constant standing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling and perform daily equipment verifications.
• Testing of samples in accordance with QC Plan.
• Assist in the care and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Familiarity with AASHTO and ASTM specifications

Understanding of statistical process control

Education

Previous experience as a Laboratory Technician

Job description

Emulsion Lab Technician

Key Duties

• This position is located at the BCI Materials Emulsion Plant in Charlotte, NC.


• Follow the directions and instructions of the Laboratory Manager and the Quality Control Manager.


• Conduct sampling in accordance with AASHTO R 66.


• Perform daily equipment verifications as instructed by the Laboratory Manager.


• Perform or assist in performing all necessary equipment calibrations as directed by the Laboratory Manager.


• Testing of samples in accordance with applicable specifications, QC Plan and Quality Management System requirements.


• Care and maintenance of all laboratory equipment and inventory.


• Keeping the laboratory in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.


• Accurate reporting of test results on their proper forms.


• Completion of all documentation used to report test results (i.e. - worksheets, sample and test logs, Certificate of Analysis, etc.).


• Disposal of waste material upon completion of testing.


• Assist plant personnel during batch production as necessary to insure product quality control objectives are met (process control testing).


• Communicating batch test results and certifications to plant personnel


• Assist the Laboratory Manager in meeting compliance reporting requirements timelines as outlined in the QC plans and Quality Management System.


• Assist other technicians and employees if needed


• Attend and complete training as required (company, certification, etc.).


• Other activities as assigned by the laboratory manager

Qualification Requirements

• General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Laboratory Technician.




• Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.


• Familiarity with AASHTO and ASTM specifications for asphalt emulsions, asphalt materials and testing.


• Possess a working understanding of statistical process control.


• Ethical professional and behavioral standards.

• Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Laboratory Technician to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.




• Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.


• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.

• Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Laboratory Technician encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.




• Work is performed predominantly indoors.


• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.

CompanyBenefits:

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance


• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy


• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay


• Company Paid Parental Leave


• Company Paid Maternity Leave


• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)


• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance


• Voluntary Dental Insurance


• Voluntary Short Term Disability


• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life


• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies


• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match


• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities


• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot


• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.