Laboratory Technician

Socket.dev; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Socket.dev in Utica, NY is seeking a hands-on R&D and QC technician responsible for testing customer and vendor samples, reporting results, and ensuring products meet quality specifications.

You will operate and calibrate common lab equipment, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and support ongoing research projects while protecting proprietary information.

The role requires strong data interpretation and communication skills to share findings with the Lab Manager, technical team, and customers.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of lab testing and the ability to compile and interpret data.
• Ability to communicate technical skills and information to customers and team.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on incoming customer/vendor samples (raw materials, finished products).
• Conduct R&D projects, prepare test batches and specimens to characterize properties.
• Perform QC testing on internally manufactured products to meet specifications.
• Issue technical service reports with suggested corrective action.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment per ISO requirements.
• Keep the laboratory clean, organized, and compliant with safety practices.

Skills

Lab testing

Data interpretation

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

Attention to detail

ERP systems

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Calibration equipment

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Position is responsible for performing all required R&D testing of customer and vendor samples and is required to submit reports and document all findings within the technical database as well as to the Lab Manager, Technical Team members and/or customers and vendors in a timely manner. Position is also responsible for performing all Quality Control (QC) testing on internally manufactured products to ensure finished products meet and pass product quality specifications.

Must be familiar with general lab equipment and operation of such. Perform some routine maintenance (calibrations, etc.) on lab equipment and keep lab orderly and clean. Assist in performing research and development projects as directed. Must protect and never disclose any Proprietary or Intellectual property to anyone without express approval by Executive Management.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing tests on incoming customer/vendor samples which includes: raw materials, finished products and ancillary materials.
• Perform research and development projects for different raw materials and new developmental products. This usually consists of making test batches and preparing specimens to properly characterize their properties (e.g., SP, Ash, Viscosity, Penetration, and burn rates using both ASTM and internal testing parameters).
• Perform all QC testing on internally manufactured products to ensure finished products meet and pass required product specifications.
• Issue technical service reports based on test results. Include suggested corrective action when appropriate.
• Attain a working knowledge of proper operation, calibration and routine maintenance of all laboratory equipment.
• Perform quality control testing for incoming raw materials as required.
• Prepare graphs and support data for monthly technical report as required.
• Calibrate lab equipment in accordance with ISO requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by the Lab Manager, Technical Team or Management.
• Keep the laboratory clean and follow all safety practices.
• Follow all applicable ISO procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with the documented Quality System.

KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:

A basic knowledge of lab testing and the ability to compile and interpret data is required along with the capability of communicating technical skills and information to customers/vendors, the Lab Manager, and the Technical Team. The position requires good analytical and laboratory skills as well as oral and written communication skills. Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word, Power Point, etc. is required.

Benefits:

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

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M-F

40 Hours