Lab Technician

The Honolulu Advertiser; Sunray (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Honolulu Advertiser in Sunray, TX seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform analytical and physical tests on finished and in-process carbon black, ensure timely evaluations, and maintain calibration of lab instruments.

You will use Excel and Microsoft Dynamics AX, prepare samples, and help uphold ISO procedures and safe housekeeping in a 24/7 plant environment. Requires a high school diploma or GED, and science background; manufacturing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College degree in science or two years of lab experience preferred.
• Bring a workable knowledge of basic computer functions and applications.
• Prior work in a manufacturing environment a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform specified analytical and physical tests on finished product and in-process carbon black at the predetermined intervals.
• Prepare samples of in-process material and shipment material for evaluation.
• Acquire knowledge of and properly utilize the retain system as it applies to shipments and finished product.
• Acquire knowledge of sampling the various modes of product packaging and transport.
• Acquire knowledge of and properly utilize Excel and Microsoft Dynamics AX applications
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment, and record all calibrations into the electronic record system at the predetermined intervals.
• Demonstrated proficiency in all test procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ISO procedures and work instructions.
• Help to maintain a positive work environment through proper housekeeping.
• Acquires knowledge of and adheres to all safety practices and principles.

Skills

Analytical testing

Lab equipment calibration

Excel

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Science degree or 2 years lab experience

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Job description

MAIN FUNCTION

Work safely in the laboratory and in assigned areas at all times.

Provide timely, efficient and proficient evaluations of carbon black.

Assures laboratory test equipment is properly maintained and within calibration.

Duties And Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities:

• Perform specified analytical and physical tests on finished product and in-process carbon black at the predetermined intervals.
• Prepare samples of in-process material and shipment material for evaluation.
• Acquire a knowledge of and properly utilize the retain system as it applies to shipments and finished product.
• Acquire knowledge of sampling the various modes of product packaging and transport.
• Acquire knowledge of and properly utilize Excel and Microsoft Dynamics AX applications
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment, and record all calibrations into the electronic record system at the predetermined intervals.
• Demonstrated proficiency in all test procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ISO procedures and work instructions.
• Help to maintain a positive work environment through proper housekeeping.
• Acquires knowledge of and adheres to all safety practices and principles.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Must be able to work individually and as a team member.
• Must be able to perform multiple tasks.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends & holidays.
• Must maintain good attendance record due to the 24/7 operation of the plant. (Where applicable.)

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma are GED required.
• College degree in science or two years of lab experience preferred.
• Bring a workable knowledge of basic computer functions and applications.
• Prior work in a manufacturing environment a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance