Lab Technician

Aymium; Gwinn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

National Carbon Technologies, LLC, dba Aymium is seeking a Lab Technician to perform ASTM/AWWA and proprietary tests for product characterization and performance. Responsibilities include milling, sieving, material handling, and coordinating with R&D to implement test methods.

You will maintain logs, write reports, and develop lab SOPs in a 24/7 manufacturing setting. The role requires at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment and in a laboratory/analytical testing context, with strong

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience in a laboratory or analytical testing.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize and multitask.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Work in areas of extreme heat and cold.
• Familiarity with Metric to Decimal conversion.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety rules and perform duties safely and effectively.
• Respect safety of self and fellow employees.
• Adhere to QA/QC requirements including proper glassware cleaning and handling procedures.
• Assist with all lab responsibilities: updating production logs, writing reports, lab testing and analysis.
• Understand, record, and react to environmental issues within the plant.
• Coordinate with R&D on testing methods and formulate equations in Excel.
• Provide write-ups on product quality and test methods.
• Develop SOPs on lab functions.
• Review logs and reports to ensure production levels and identify abnormalities with equipment or processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Lab Technician

Summary of Principal Duties:

• Execution of ASTM, AWWA, proprietary and other test methods to determine Product characteristics and Product performance
• Perform routine milling, sieving, material handling and other tasks associated needs, priorities and requirements.
• Coordinate with other employees, contractors, and with R&D personnel
• Complete assigned tasks before they are due
• Care for laboratory equipment responsibly, correctly, and safely
• Assist with safe working procedures and encourages a safe environment
• Safe work habits and adherence to safety rules is a

Specific Responsibilities:

• Adhere to safety rules and performs all duties in a safe and effective manner
• Respect the safety of self and all fellow employees
• Adhere to QA/QC requirements including:
  • Proper glassware cleaning and handling procedures
  • Careful review and execution of provided SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and methods
• Assist with all lab responsibilities and functions including:
  • Updating production logs
  • Writing reports
  • Lab testing and analysis products
• Understand, record, and react to environmental issues within the plant
• Coordinate with R&D on specific testing methodsFormulate equations and functions within Microsoft Excel
• Provide write-ups on Product Quality and test methods
• Develop SOPs on lab functions
• Review logs, datasheets, or reports to ensure adequate production levels or identify abnormalities with production equipment or processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area

Applicants must possess:

• 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2 or more years of experience in a laboratory or analytical testing
• Must be highly organized and able to prioritize and multitask
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in a 24 / 7 operational environment
• Must be able to work in areas of extreme heat, and cold
• Familiarity with Metric to Decimal conversion
• Must be Proficient with Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experienced (Non-Manager) Career Category:
• Category: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math - Type: Environmental Science
• Category: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math - Type: Materials Science Education Required:
• High School Diploma/Equivalency Job Characteristics:
• Full-time

National Carbon Technologies, LLC, dba Aymium provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.