GCMS Lab Technician: Precision Analysis in a High‑Volume Lab

Ingersoll-Rand; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a GCMS Laboratory Technician to join our Austin, TX facility. The role focuses on accurate, timely GC-MS analyses of compressed air and gas samples, ensuring ISO 17025 compliance and continuous improvement of lab processes.

The technician will perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to support production testing and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
• 3+ years GC-MS maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support.
• Working knowledge of statistical principles and data evaluation methods in analytical chemistry.
• Strong technical communication skills and ability to document findings clearly.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily GC-MS lab operations including calibration curves and sample prep.
• Plan and execute instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Coordinate with other lab teams to ensure timely testing and reporting.
• Identify deviations and investigate root causes to protect data integrity.
• Adhere to SOPs and quality control requirements.
• Design method improvements and validate new processes, software, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, audit-ready work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong technical communication

Data analysis

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

ChemStation

Open Lab

GC-MS instrumentation

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a GCMS Laboratory Technician to join our Austin, TX facility. The role focuses on accurate, timely GC-MS analyses of compressed air and gas samples, ensuring ISO 17025 compliance and continuous improvement of lab processes.

The technician will perform instrument maintenance, calibrations, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to support production testing and reporting in a fast-paced environment.