Lab/Quality Technician

John Paul Mitchell Systems; Wilmer (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Equal opportunity employer, diverse环境

Job summary

John Paul Mitchell Systems seeks a Lab/Quality Technician to perform incoming quality testing, maintain product standards, and handle basic chemicals at our Wilmer, TX site. You will manage supplier documentation outreach and assist in day-to-day quality operations.

This role is fully onsite and requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. You will test samples, prepare materials, and ensure accurate record-keeping while supporting the Quality Team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year in a laboratory, quality, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Associate degree or coursework in chemistry/biology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab work and assist in testing of samples as assigned by Quality.
• Promote a safe working environment and comply with EH&S rules and JPMS safety.
• Evaluate incoming production and pilot samples.
• Fill, label, and prepare samples for shipment.
• Report out-of-spec results and testing results to Quality.
• Record and communicate observations clearly.
• Work with Quality Team on product inspections and investigations.
• Review and scan supporting documents to the document control system.
• Provide routine technical support for day-to-day lab operations.
• Assemble, configure, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain lab areas and equipment per procedures.
• Operate lab equipment, prepare chemical solutions, and perform tests.
• Record test results and maintain laboratory records and logs.

Skills

Basic PC knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Chemistry/Biology or related (plus)

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Description

About the Role

The Lab/Quality Technician will be responsible for incoming quality testing of current line items, maintaining product standards, handling of basic chemicals, ordering and storage, and maintaining warehouse storage for the Quality Team. In addition, the Lab/Quality Technician will manage the outreach to raw material suppliers for back-up documentation as well as assist in the day-to-day product inspection and quality department needs.

This role works fully onsite at our Wilmer TX location.

What You will Do

• Perform lab work and assist in the testing of samples as assigned by Quality
• Promotes a safe working environment and complies with all Environmental Health and Safety procedures and JPMS safety rules, and applicable operational procedures and policies
• Evaluate incoming production and pilot samples
• Filling, labeling, and preparing samples for shipment
• Reporting OOS and testing results to the Quality team
• Record and communicate any observations clearly
• Work with the Quality Team on product inspections and investigative projects
• Review and scan in supporting documents to our document control system for products and chemicals received
• Provide routine technical support for day-to-day laboratory operations
• Assemble, configure, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments for use in tests and experiments
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain laboratory work areas, cleanrooms, and equipment in accordance with established procedures
• Operate laboratory equipment, prepare chemical solutions, and perform analytical tests as assigned
• Record test results and maintain laboratory records, logs, and documentation as instructed
• Other duties may be assigned by Quality, within scope of role

Required Qualifications

Skills

• Basic PC knowledge
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Good time management skills & ability to follow through on assignments
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

• High school diploma or GED required

Experience

• 1+ year prior experience in a laboratory, quality, or manufacturing environment preferred

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree or college-level coursework in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science a plus
• Relevant military, vocational, or trade training in a laboratory, chemical, or scientific field will be considered in lieu of formal education

Experience

• 1+ year prior experience in a laboratory, quality, or manufacturing environment preferred

Working Conditions

• Office, lab and warehouse environments
• Contact with chemicals
• Lifting up to 15 lbs
• Long periods of standing

Competitive Compensation

• The expected hourly range for this position is $19.23 to $21.15. The exact hourly rate is determined by various factors including geographic location, experience, skills, and education.
• Discretionary Bonus Plan: This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan, based on personal performance and company results.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: In addition to base salary, JPMS offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, retirement savings plans and company match, paid family leave, education-related programs, paid holidays, discretionary vacation time, and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment.