Lab Assistant (Mid) - 34144

Belcan Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

PTO

Holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Muscatine, IA is seeking a Lab Assistant (Mid) to perform routine analytical testing in a 24/7 laboratory environment and provide data for process and quality control.

The role requires 3-4 years of experience in chemical analyses, knowledge of HPLC and GC operations, and strong communication and record-keeping skills. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience in chemical analyses; 3-4 years preferred.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot instrument issues.
• Strong data recording and ISO compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples using analytical equipment and laboratory information systems.
• Maintain accurate records, calibrate instruments daily, and uphold safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and troubleshoot instrument issues.

Skills

Analytical testing

Record-keeping

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Hazardous waste regs

Troubleshooting

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

Description: Job Title: Lab Assistant (Mid)
Location: Muscatine, IA
Zip Code: 52761
Keyword's: #Muscatinejobs; #LabAssistantjobs; #INDP+
Start Date: Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay range of $27.23/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Job Description

The job involves performing routine analytical testing in a 24/7 laboratory environment, providing data for various purposes including process and quality control.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and analyzing samples using analytical equipment (pH meters, density meters, viscometers, etc.) and operating laboratory information systems.
• The role requires accurate record-keeping, compliance with ISO standards, daily instrument calibrations, and maintaining safety practices.
• Candidates should have knowledge of hazardous waste regulations and possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot instrument issues.
• A background in chemical analyses and 3-4 years of experience is preferred, along with basic knowledge of HPLC and GC operations

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.