Laboratory Technician

Westwin Elements Inc.; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwin Elements Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support analytical testing, sample workflows, and inventory management at the Lawton plant. You will perform test work for ongoing R&D, ensure accurate documentation, and coordinate shipments to third-party labs.

The role emphasizes safety, calibration of equipment, and collaboration with the commercial team to track inventory and sample availability, ensuring timely and compliant operations.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of laboratory experience in chemical, industrial, or analytical environments.
• Analytical equipment training certificates.
• Chemical Technician Degree or equivalent technical training.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of laboratory test work to support ongoing R&D initiatives.
• Conduct feed and product quality procedures in accordance with established standards.
• Label, catalog, and maintain organized records of all samples.
• Prepare and manage shipments of samples to third-party laboratories, ensuring proper documentation and chain-of-custody.
• Maintain plant inventory of products produced, including tracking quantities and storage conditions.
• Liaise with the corporate commercial team regarding product shipments, inventory status, and sample availability.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols, housekeeping standards, and compliance requirements.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies, and calibration schedules.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the Technical Department.

Skills

Analytical testing

Lab safety protocols

Sample management

Education

Chemical Technician Degree or equivalent

Job description

About Westwin Elements Inc

Westwin Elements is dedicated to advancing critical minerals manufacturing in the United States. Our mission is to strengthen domestic supply chains and enhance national security by developing essential refining and processing infrastructure.

About the role

The Laboratory Technician supports Westwin Elements’ technical and R&D functions by performing analytical testing, managing sample workflows, maintaining product inventory, and coordinating shipments to third‑party laboratories. This role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant laboratory operations that directly support product development, quality assurance, and commercial activities.

What you’ll do

• Perform a variety of laboratory test work to support ongoing R&D initiatives.
• Conduct feed and product quality procedures in accordance with established standards.
• Label, catalog, and maintain organized records of all samples.
• Prepare and manage shipments of samples to third‑party laboratories, ensuring proper documentation and chain‑of‑custody.
• Maintain plant inventory of products produced, including tracking quantities and storage conditions.
• Liaise with the corporate commercial team regarding product shipments, inventory status, and sample availability.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols, housekeeping standards, and compliance requirements.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment, supplies, and calibration schedules.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the Technical Department.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Analytical equipment training certificates.
• Education: Chemical Technician Degree or equivalent technical training.
• Experience: 2–5 years of laboratory experience in chemical, industrial, or analytical environments.

The pay range for this role is:

70,000 - 70,000 USD per year (Lawton Plant)