Lab Technician - New Johnsonville, TN

Nippon Sanso Matheson; New Johnsonville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Sanso Matheson, Inc. seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform day-to-day analytical duties in our quality-focused facility. You will analyze products for purity, test incoming materials, maintain equipment, and document results with precision.

The role requires a BS in Chemistry or related science or at least two years of analytical experience, strong math and computer skills, and physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work safely in a team.

Qualifications

• BS Chemistry or related science degree preferred or a minimum requirement of 2-years related analytical experience.
• Strong math and computer skills with strong written and verbal skills.
• Able to read and understand elements of a chromatogram and understands LTS requirements for successful completion of analysis work.
• Problem solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot a variety of issues and complete a root cause analysis.
• Strong teamwork and personal commitment to safety and quality.
• Must be able to ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs, lift 50lbs, stand for extended periods, and be physically flexible.
• Must wear PPE including Level A suit, full-face respirator, SCBA, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, Tyvek, hearing protection and gloves.

Responsibilities

• Executes daily work assignments in line with all procedures and safety policies.
• Performs safety equipment inspections and minor maintenance as needed.
• Analyzes products for purity and conformity to specifications.
• Tests and certifies incoming raw materials.
• Performs analysis, LTS, and data entry with high accuracy and speed.
• Performs MCA studies and other analyses as required by supervisor or management.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Maintains analytical equipment and tools in safe working order.
• Completes required documentation and records with good documentation practices.
• Interfaces with data systems to complete work.
• Addresses clerical issues to ensure product shipments.
• Performs routine maintenance and calibration on equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment and parts.
• Updates work instructions and procedures.
• Member of emergency response team if required.

Skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

BS Chemistry or related science degree preferred

Minimum 2 years analytical experience

Job description

Classification: Laboratory Technician

Pay Rate: $28.98

Career Path:

• New Hire $28.98
• Level 1 $31.10 New hire with Associates degree or achieves qualification
• Level 2 $33.23 New hire with relevant Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of additional subject matter expertise assessment (18-month tenure minimum in role)
• Level 3 $35.37 Successful completion of additional subject matter expertise panel assessment (3-year tenure minimum in role)

Description of Job Duties:

• Executes daily work assignments in line with all company procedures and safety policies. Maintains a safe environment for all personnel.
• Performs safety equipment and equipment inspections per procedures as well as performs minor maintenance work as needed.
• Analyzes products for purity conformance to specifications and mixture products for conformance to specifications.
• Test and certify incoming raw materials for production.
• Performs analysis, LTS, and data entry with a high degree of accuracy and pace needed to meet shipments.
• Performs MCA studies successfully and other special analyses as required by supervisor, lead or management.
• Keeps work areas organized and a high standard of housekeeping in all assigned areas.
• Maintains analytical equipment and tools in a safe working order.
• Completes all required documentation and records in a neat and orderly fashion following good documentation practices including Laboratory Notebooks, Samplemanager and CRM.
• Interfaces with the data systems used at Matheson to complete work.
• Addresses clerical issues that arise in order for products to be successfully shipped to customers.
• Performs routine maintenance and calibration on analytical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and dismantle defective equipment and install new or repair equipment and/or parts.
• Perform other work as assigned.
• Update work instructions and procedures.
• Member of emergency response team, if required.

Qualifications / Necessary Skills:

• BS Chemistry or related science degree preferred or a minimum requirement of 2-years related analytical experience.
• Must have strong math and computer skills with strong written and verbal skills.
• Able to read and understand elements of a chromatogram and understands LTS requirements for successful completion of analysis work.
• Problem solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot a variety of issues and complete a root cause analysis.
• Strong team work skills and personal commitment to safety and quality.
• Must be able to ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs, lift 50lbs, stand on his/her feet for extended periods of time and be physically flexible including bending, rotating, and kneeling.
• Must be able to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as Level A suit, full face respirator, SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus), safety glasses, steel toed shoes, Tyvek, hearing protection and gloves.

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability.