Laboratory Technician

ProKatchers LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mid-Senior level professional in manufacturing to assist in designing and conducting experiments, preparing coating formulations, and managing laboratory test results. This role requires a strong educational background in chemical or life sciences and excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemical/life-science or equivalent industrial lab experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills for teamwork and self-management.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments independently, summarizing data.
• Prepare coating formulations and run tests for accuracy.
• Troubleshoot laboratory problems and collaborate with others.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

2-year or 4-year degree in a chemical or life-science related field

Job description

Assist in the design of experiments, conduct those experiments independently, and collect, summarize, and present the resulting data.

Prepare and evaluate coating formulations, including electro-coat, primer, topcoat, and clear coat, using mixing and spray equipment.

Willingness to train and become proficient in application equipment to spray coating formulations on test substrates.

Accurately run and record test results for all coating formulations.

Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the laboratory; collaborate with research investigators when erroneous or unexpected results occur.

Requirements:

• 2-year or 4-year degree from college or technical school in a chemical or life-science related field; or equivalent job experience in an industrial laboratory environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to work well in both self-managed and team environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing