Lab Tech/Chemist

Labtopia, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Labtopia, Inc. in the Greater Houston area is seeking a laboratory technician for routine analyses and instrument operation. This temp-to-hire role requires good communication, safety awareness and the ability to work with production teams to meet quality objectives.

The candidate should hold a BS/AAS in Physical Science and have 2–5 years of lab experience, with proficiency in MS Office and English. Expect rotating days/nights shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS/AAS Degree in Physical Science (Chemistry, Biology, etc).
• 2–5 years of laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analyses with minimal supervision.
• Proficiently operate analytical instrumentation listed in qualifications.
• Accurately record results for Lab and plant personnel.
• Maintain worksheets and control charts.
• Coordinate activities with production, loading and utility personnel.
• Help in training and participate in safety and process improvement activities.

Skills

MS Office

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

BS/AAS in Physical Science

Tools

Spectrometers

TOC analyzers

Karl Fischer titrators

Gas chromatographs

Analytical balances

Rheometers

Job description

Location: Greater Houston area

Essential Functions:

• Promote and support a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible work environment. Follow all safety rules and policies.
• Support the plants Process Safety and Risk Management goals and objectives.
• Perform routine analyses, including control samples and calibration checks, without supervision.
• Strive to continuously improve the quality process.
• Perform unscheduled analyses with minimal guidance from laboratory management. Assist in training as required.
• Participate in site-wide process safety and risk reduction activities as requested.
• Proficiently operate instrumentation such as, analytical balances, spectrometers, TOC analyzers, Karl Fischer titrators, gas chromatographs, particle size analyzers, rheometers.
• Accurately record results, by computer or in writing, for use by Lab and plant personnel.
• Properly maintain all work sheets and applicable control charts.
• Coordinate activities closely with production, loading and utility personnel.
• Analyze samples in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• BS/AAS Degree in Physical Science (Chemistry, Biology etc)
• 2 – 5 years of laboratory experience preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Physical requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
• Complete and pass training courses

Type of Assignment:

Temp - Hire

Shift Schedule:

Days, nights, rotating

• Due to the high-volume of applicants, only candidates who meet the requirements of the position will move through the interview process.
• This position does not offer C2C or H1-B sponsorship.
• Candidate acknowledges upon application that this position is not eligible for per diem or relocation reimbursement.