Lab Technician

Airgas Therapeutics, LLC; Plumsteadville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus of $1,000 after 6 months

Comprehensive family benefits including medical and dental

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Airgas Therapeutics, LLC is seeking a Lab Technician for their Plumsteadville, PA location. The role involves performing analyses of gases using advanced instrumentation, conducting routine production testing, and ensuring quality compliance.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate's degree in Chemistry or possess relevant industrial experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retention bonus and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ability to coordinate efforts with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses of gases using analytical instrumentation.
• Conduct routine production testing of gas mixtures and pure gases.
• Review production records to release products for distribution.

Skills

Knowledge of analytical chemistry

Ability to operate forklift

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office

High precision work aptitude

Education

Associates degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Lab Technician (Open)

Location: Plumsteadville, PA

Recruiter: Natasha Smith | [e-mail]

Schedule

2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Key Details

• Retention bonus of $1,000 after 6 months of employment.
• Comprehensive family benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave up to 14 weeks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and tuition assistance.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform analyses of gases using analytical instrumentation.
• Conduct routine production testing and quality control analysis of specialty gas mixtures and pure gases.
• Monitor quality compliance with standard operating procedure manual requirements.
• Review production records and release products for distribution.
• Prepare gas analysis certification reports for customer distribution.
• Coordinate with the production supervisor and plant manager concerning delivery schedules, product complaints and special product requests.
• Support management team with maintenance of health and safety and ISO quality programs.
• Collaboratively prioritize workloads and support lead times.
• Assist in qualification and maintenance of laboratory standards, including inventory, labeling, documentation, storage, and presentation.
• Assist in setup and maintenance of laboratory instruments and keep maintenance records per SOPs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Chemistry or related field, or 1–3 years of relevant experience in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry, instrumental analysis, spectroscopy, and statistical methods.
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ability to coordinate efforts with multiple departments.
• High precision work aptitude.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the Laboratory Technician.
• Strong desire to work in a supportive team environment to achieve laboratory goals.
• Ability to operate forklift and maintain forklift certifications.
• Ability to follow directions, build alignment, work in a team, and be reliable.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or equivalent software.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret detailed instructions such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to co‑workers and customers.
• Ability to contribute to solving practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables when limited standardization exists.
• Mathematical competency: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.
• Ability to work all shifts; subject to all weather conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations.