Lab Technician

Vesuvius North America; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vesuvius North America is seeking a Lab Technician to lead testing and support product development in Cleveland. The role involves planning and performing lab tests, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring a safe work environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, with at least 1 year of related lab experience. Excellent communication and critical thinking skills are essential. This position offers competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years lab experience preferred, particularly in Chemistry or related fields.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform laboratory tests for qualitative or quantitative analyses.
• Perform routine analyses to check accuracy of test data.
• Record data and prepare charts or graphs.
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Critical thinking using logic and reasoning

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Good prioritization, administrative and time management skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM related fields

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Title

Lab Technician

Location

Cleveland

Department

Marketing and Technology

Reports To

Product Manager NorAm

Purpose

Lead the Coatings and Feeding Systems, supporting product development and technical efforts providing support to the M&T and manufacturing teams.

Direct Reports

None

Dimensions of Position

Lab Technicians have no direct reports. Perform testing for one or more business units. Conduct lab bench testing for product development, raw material validations, cost down projects and process improvements. Main liaison between manufacturing functions and product management regarding all product and process related technology.

Key Result Areas

• Plan and perform laboratory tests to assist in making qualitative or quantitative analyses of materials and batches.
• Perform routine analyses to check accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of test data.
• Record data and prepare simple charts or graphs.
• Accurately follow work instructions along with established operating procedures and test methods.
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments or equipment.
• Provide and maintain safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams and by conducting laboratory/plant safety audits.
• Assist with recipe management system administration as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in STEM related fields are welcome; Chemistry or related 1+ years lab experience preferred.

Experience

Related lab experience preferred.

Knowledge

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing procedures.

Skills & Behavior

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Critical thinking using logic and reasoning
• Attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Good prioritization, administrative and time management skills.

Problem Solving & Complexity

Lab Technicians can troubleshoot basic equipment problems. Questions involving testing or experiment parameters are elevated to Engineers.

Compensation

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits with an opportunity for professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vesuvius is an Equal Opportunity Employer.