Laboratory Technician

Ingersoll Rand; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Laboratory Technician in Dripping Springs, TX. This entry-level role involves sample analysis, data entry, and quality control in a commercial laboratory. Ideal for detail-oriented individuals with a passion for science and precision work.

Benefits

Health care options

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grants

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform optical microscopies and manual count of particulates.
• Enter high volume of customer account and sample data.
• Maintain critical attention to detail and procedure adherence.

Skills

Attention to detail

Pattern recognition

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Laboratory Technician role at Ingersoll Rand.

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Details

Title: Lab Technician

Location: Dripping Springs, TX - (Trace Analytics - 15768 Hamilton Pool Rd. Austin, TX 78738)

Shift: 8am - 5pm CST

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Summary

This is an entry-level position in a commercial laboratory. Laboratory technicians are responsible for the accurate logging, proofing, and analysis of samples. They work with multiple team members to ensure samples are processed correctly and engage in multiple quality control procedures with high attention to detail, working in different areas of the laboratory depending on daily sample load.

Responsibilities

• Perform optical microscopies by viewing filter membranes through a microscope and performing a manual count of particulates
• Enter high volume of customer account and sample data by inputting text-based and numerical information from source documents within time limits and error rate metrics
• Review data for deficiencies or errors, correct incompatibilities, and check output
• Weigh customer samples on an analytical balance
• Perform daily equipment calibrations and/or verifications
• Prepare and load customer samples onto the GC-MS
• Maintain critical attention to detail and procedure adherence to prevent mistakes that may affect analysis results

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent degree
• 2+ years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting

Key Competencies

• Trustworthy attention to detail
• Comfort performing repetitive precision work
• Skilled pattern recognition
• Ability and desire to perform hands-on, repetitive tasks, as well as computer-based data entry and proofing
• Ability to adapt and problem solve
• Comfort telling people when something is wrong
• Ability to follow policies and procedures of a laboratory environment: quality policies, cleanliness, accuracy, etc.

Preferences

• High computer literacy
• Proficiency in English
• Scientific degree a plus but not required

Work Arrangements

This position will be based at our site in Dripping Spring, TX with no travel required.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and employee stock grants. These benefits reflect our commitment to your well-being so you can perform your best at work and beyond.

For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

Application Process

Please apply via our website here to be considered for this position.