Laboratory Technician

Airgas, Inc.; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick time

Early benefits after 30 days

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician in La Porte, TX to analyze petroleum and hydrocarbon mixtures using gas chromatography and to document results per SOPs. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration with the team.

Qualifications include a chemistry-related degree or 3–5 years in an industrial lab, plus 1–3 years GC experience and strong English communication. Night shifts and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related Science, or 3–5 years of industrial lab experience.
• 1–3 years of experience using gas chromatography.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to read/interpret procedures and safety guidelines.
• Ability to manage multiple instruments and prioritize workflow.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze petroleum and hydrocarbon mixtures using gas chromatography.
• Document analytical results per Airgas SOPs clearly and thoroughly.
• Review certificates of analysis and related documentation with the team.
• Proactively identify unsafe conditions in cylinders, equipment, and spaces.
• Collaborate with team to review and approve results.

Skills

Gas Chromatography

Lab analysis

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related Science

Tools

Gas Chromatography Instruments

Chemstation

EZChrom

Job description

R10102663 Laboratory Technician (Open)

Location:

La Porte, TX - Miller Cut-Off Rd - Industrial spec gas - Hydrocarbon Mix Plant

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Laboratory Technician in LaPorte, TX!

We are looking for you !

• Night shift position - 8AM-6PM
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Analyzing petroleum and hydrocarbon mixtures using gas chromatography, particularly Agilent instruments, with integration software such as Chemstation and EZChrom.

• Supporting a safe and caring work environment as a top priority and consistently upholding safety standards and best practices.
• Proactively reviewing cylinders, equipment, surroundings, and team spaces to identify and address potential unsafe conditions.
• Accurately analyzing multicomponent hydrocarbon mixtures, both gaseous and liquids, using gas chromatography per Airgas SOPs.
• Clearly and thoroughly documenting all analytical results per Airgas SOPs in an accessible, comprehensive, and interpretable manner.
• Partnering with the team to review and approve analytical results, certificates of analysis, and associated documentation per Airgas SOPs and customer requirements.

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Are you a MATCH?

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related Science, a combination of college-level science/math courses, or 3-5 years of experience in laboratory analysis within an industrial environment.

• 1 to 3 years of experience using gas chromatography.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.

To thrive in this role, you will bring a combination of skills, curiosity, and experience. Ideally, you bring:

• Understanding of the basic theory of gas chromatography.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workflow across multiple instruments effectively.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret procedures, instructions, and lab results, including safety guidelines, operating/maintenance instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to effectively present and communicate information with co-workers.
• Demonstrating curiosity, a collaborative learning mindset, and a commitment to shared goals.
• Ability to perform the core functions of the Gas Chromatographer role.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to save and maintain electronic files structured for team access.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write routine business reports and correspondence in English.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from team members and customers.
• Adaptability to navigate unique situations and solve practical challenges thoughtfully where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to read and interpret key documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English.
• Applied mathematical skills relevant to technical analysis (e.g., ratios, rates, percentages, and basic unit calculations).

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The USES category for this position is sedentary. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The associate frequently is required to stand and walk. The associate is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must regularly move more than 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving office machines and mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safe and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you are valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

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