Lab Technician – Quality & Process Support

LyondellBasell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Pension/Retirement benefits

Educational Assistance

Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

LyondellBasell in Akron, OH seeks a Lab Technician to support safe, reliable plant operations by performing testing, maintaining equipment, and ensuring product quality. You will act as the primary quality resource for your shift, handling COAs, data management in SAP, and collaboration with operations and QA to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and cross-functional teamwork, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum two years in a manufacturing, laboratory, quality, technical, or related environment.
• Ability to read and apply procedures, specs, and laboratory methods.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer-based systems including MS Office and data management.
• Ability to document and communicate technical and quality information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety requirements, site procedures, and policies.
• Prepare, test, evaluate, and document samples to ensure spec compliance.
• Monitor product quality and support investigations related to nonconforming results.
• Apply laboratory methods and analytics to support operations.
• Compile and communicate analytical results and findings.
• Perform transactions and data entry in SampleManager and SAP.
• Generate COAs and maintain quality documentation.
• Maintain lab specifications, procedures, and records.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Support QA systems, audits, and record retention practices.
• Communicate lab status and priorities during shift handoffs.
• Manage laboratory inventories and testing supplies.
• Operate sample line fulfillment systems and ensure clean, organized work areas.
• Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Analytical skills

Office software

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Laboratory Science

Tools

SAP

SampleManager

LIMS

Job description

LyondellBasell in Akron, OH seeks a Lab Technician to support safe, reliable plant operations by performing testing, maintaining equipment, and ensuring product quality. You will act as the primary quality resource for your shift, handling COAs, data management in SAP, and collaboration with operations and QA to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and cross-functional teamwork, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.