Lab Technician

PMG Holding LLC; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

P&T Products, part of Pavement Maintenance Group, seeks a dependable Lab Technician to support quality and materials testing at our Sandusky facility. This full-time role reports to the Lead Chemist and requires hands-on testing, precise data entry, and adherence to SOPs in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will collect and test materials, document results, and assist with R&D batches, while collaborating with lab, production, and plant teams to meet daily

Qualifications

• Experience in testing or QC preferred, but we will train a hardworking candidate who is eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, test, and document raw materials, production samples, and finished products.
• Perform standard physical tests and record results in logs, charts, and spreadsheets.
• Assist with lab-scale R&D batches and testing of experimental formulations.
• Maintain lab safety, SOPs, and proper housekeeping within the facility.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Data recording

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

Lab Technician – Manufacturing Quality & Materials Testing

P&T Products, part of Pavement Maintenance Group, is seeking a dependable, hands-on Lab Technician to support production quality and product development at our Sandusky manufacturing facility. This full-time, non-exempt role works under the direction of the Lead Chemist and is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, follows procedures carefully, and can manage several testing priorities at once.

What You Will Do

• Collect, prepare, heat, pour, condition, and test raw materials, production samples, and finished products.
• Perform standardized physical tests such as penetration, resiliency, softening point, bend, bond, viscosity, tensile adhesion, ductility, flow, impact, settlement, moisture, and aggregate testing.
• Assist with lab-scale R&D batches and testing of experimental formulations.
• Record results accurately in laboratory logs, charts, spreadsheets, and inventory systems.
• Recognize unusual results or material behavior and promptly communicate concerns.
• Follow SOPs, test methods, safety requirements, and quality procedures.
• Support calibration checks, equipment upkeep, housekeeping, and laboratory organization.
• Work closely with laboratory, production, and plant team members to meet daily deadlines.

What We Are Looking For

• Testing, quality control, laboratory, production, or manufacturing experience is preferred, but we will train a hardworking candidate who is eager to learn.
• Ability to follow written procedures and perform repetitive testing consistently and accurately.
• Strong record-keeping, basic computer, spreadsheet, and data-entry skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, manage stress, and adjust to changing production priorities.
• Dependable attendance, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a team-first attitude.
• Willingness to ask questions, accept coaching, and take ownership of assigned work.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on position in a manufacturing laboratory with regular exposure to production areas, heated and sticky materials, strong odors, fumes, noise, chemicals, and changing temperatures. Required PPE must be worn. Candidates must be able to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, use testing tools and instruments, and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds. Occasional varied or extended hours may be required. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.