Laboratory Assistant - Wet Chemistry

Webb Chemical Service Corporation; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical and dental

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid vacation and volunteer time

Competitive pay based on experience

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Trace is seeking a Laboratory Assistant in Muskegon, MI to prepare and analyze water, oil, and solid samples for contaminants. The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Key responsibilities include performing SOP-based tests, maintaining records, and using a LIMS for batching and reporting results. Training will cover PPE usage and lab safety, with occasional overtime or weekend coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate’s degree with science focus or two years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks while meeting sample hold-times and deadlines.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of client samples per SOPs with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain precise, complete records of analyses.
• Use LIMS to batch samples and record results accurately.
• Carry out pH meter calibration and temperature checks.
• Prepare and analyze samples for pH, flashpoint, solids, density, and conductivity.
• Wear PPE and maintain a clean, safe lab environment.
• Accept other analyses or tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in science or equivalent lab experience

Tools

LIMS

pH meter

Job description

Position:Laboratory Assistant - Wet Chemistry

Location: Muskegon, MI

Job Id:398

# of Openings:1

Why Join Trace?

• 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage for employees.
• 401(k) with 6% company match, paid vacation, and paid volunteer time.
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Stable, growing laboratory with opportunities for long-term career development.

Join our environmental laboratory team! In this role, you'll prepare and analyze water, oil, and solid samples for contaminants and pollutants. This position requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform required testing of client samples in accordance with Trace's standard operating procedures (SOPs) in an accurate and timely fashion
• Maintain precise, complete, legible and concurrent records of analyses completed
• Use a laboratory information management system (LIMS) to properly batch samples by analysis and record accurate results
• Perform various daily requirements including the following: pipette volume verifications, pH meter calibration, and temperature checks
• Preparing and analyzing client samples for pH, flashpoint, solids, density, paint filter, and conductivity
• Wear required personal protection equipment (PPE) while in the laboratory
• Keep laboratory clean, safe and organized – includes washing laboratory glassware, restocking supplies, ensuring laboratory benches are clean and uncluttered, properly and safely dispose of hazardous waste
• Any other analysis or task that the area supervisor deems necessary

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Associate’s degree with science focus or two years of laboratory experience preferred
• Ability to perform multiple tasks while meeting sample hold-times and deadlines
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8 hours or more
• Dexterity in hands and fingers to carry out daily tasks
• Able to lift 60 lbs.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
• Occasional evening and weekend overtime may be required to meet sample and/or client due dates
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Lunch as scheduled per day
• Required to work one holiday per year (usually 4-5 hours maximum)
• May be asked to cover a weekend shift during planned vacations.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in an environmental testing laboratory while contributing to high-quality analytical services.