HPLC Lab Technician

Hamilton Company; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Company in Reno, NV is seeking a laboratory specialist to prepare samples, perform routine testing (HPLC/GC), and ensure accurate data under regulated conditions.

The role requires an associate degree in chemistry or related field, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow SOPs while maintaining safety. You will work with QA, engineering, and production to meet testing priorities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical technology, or a related scientific discipline; equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of analytical chemistry, laboratory calculations, solution preparation, and safe chemical handling.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and produce complete, legible, and accurate records.
• Basic proficiency with laboratory software and standard office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently after training and to collaborate effectively in a deadline-driven laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, mobile phases, buffers, reagents, standards per procedures.
• Perform routine testing using HPLC or other applicable techniques.
• Set up instruments, confirm calibration, conduct system suitability testing, and monitor analytical runs.
• Review chromatograms and calculations for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with specs.
• Enter observations, instrument parameters, calculations, and results into notebooks or electronic systems promptly.
• Follow controlled methods, SOPs, good documentation practices, and applicable quality requirements.
• Identify atypical results, instrument problems, sample discrepancies, and procedural deviations; notify supervisor.
• Perform routine instrument checks, cleaning, minor troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain laboratory supplies, reagents, reference standards, columns, consumables, and sample inventories.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; label, store, and dispose of chemicals and samples properly.
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, engineering, and other laboratory personnel to meet testing priorities and turnaround expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in chemistry

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

HPLC

GC

LIMS

Chromatography software

Job description

Company Overview

Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in the development, manufacturing and customization of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling stations, and sample management systems. For more than 60 years, Hamilton has been satisfying customer needs by combining quality materials with skilled workmanship, ensuring the highest level of performance of every precision fluid measuring device we manufacture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, mobile phases, buffers, reagents, standards, and system suitability solutions according to approved procedures.

• Perform routine testing using HPLC or other applicable laboratory techniques such as titrations.

• Set up instruments, confirm calibration status, conduct system suitability testing, andmonitoranalytical runs.

• Review chromatograms and calculations for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established specifications.

• Enter observations, instrument parameters, calculations, and results into laboratory notebooks, worksheets, or electronic systemsin a timely manner.

• Follow controlled methods, standard operating procedures, good documentation practices, and applicable quality requirements.

• Identifyatypical results, instrument problems, sample discrepancies, and procedural deviations; promptly notify the supervisor andassistwith investigations.

• Perform routine instrument checks, cleaning, minor troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance as assigned.

• Maintain laboratory supplies, reagents, reference standards, columns, consumables, and sample inventories.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; properly label, store, anddisposeof chemicals and samples.

• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, engineering, and other laboratory personnel to meet testing priorities and turnaround expectations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical technology, or a related scientific discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant laboratory experience may be considered.

• Foundational knowledge of analytical chemistry, laboratory calculations, solution preparation, and safe chemical handling.

• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and produce complete, legible, andaccuraterecords.

• Basicproficiencywith laboratory software and standard office applications.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently after training and to collaborate effectively in a deadline-driven laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, food, or manufacturing laboratory.

• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, chromatography data systems, or laboratory information management systems.

• Experience working in a regulated environment and familiarity with goodlaboratory, manufacturing, or documentation practices.

• Knowledge of common chromatographic troubleshooting concepts, including pressure changes, retention-time shifts, carryover, peak shape, and baseline performance.

Core Competencies

• Quality and compliance focus

• Technical accuracy and attention to detail

• Problem identification and escalation

• Planning and prioritization

• Clear written and verbal communication

• Teamwork, reliability, and continuous learning

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a laboratory environment with routine use of chemicals, solvents, compressed gases, glassware, and analytical instruments.

• Must wearrequiredpersonal protective equipment and follow established environmental, health, and safety procedures.

• Requires prolonged standing or sitting, repetitive hand movements, visual review of instrument data, and occasional lifting or movement of laboratory materials up to 100 pounds.Ability to move55 gallon(200 liter) drums of solvents and waste containers.

Education/Experience

• Quality and compliance focus

• Technical accuracy and attention to detail

• Problem identification and escalation

• Planning and prioritization

• Clear written and verbal communication

• Teamwork, reliability, and continuous learning

About Hamilton

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.