The Laboratory Technician will support laboratory testing and quality-related activities, operate laboratory equipment, document and analyze results, and ensure testing information is accurately recorded.
This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and comfortable working independently while following established laboratory processes and procedures.
- Perform laboratory testing using a variety of laboratory equipment and instruments
- Prepare, handle, and test samples according to established procedures
- Record laboratory test results accurately and maintain appropriate documentation
- Analyze testing data and identify potential discrepancies or unusual results
- Support quality-related testing and laboratory activities
- Work with physical-property testing equipment such as viscometers, softening point equipment, or similar laboratory instruments
- Enter and/or post formulas and laboratory-related information into SAP
- Follow established laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and documentation practices
- Maintain accurate records of testing activities and results
- Troubleshoot or report issues involving laboratory equipment or testing processes
- Manage daily laboratory activities with limited supervision
- Communicate testing information and results clearly to appropriate team members
- Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail throughout testing and documentation
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of laboratory and/or quality experience
- Hands-on experience working with laboratory equipment and performing testing
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to properly document laboratory results and activities
- Ability to follow established procedures and testing methods
- Ability to work independently and self-direct daily work and processes
- Comfortable working in an onsite laboratory environment
- Ability to work an early 1st-shift schedule, with start time between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM
Experience with any of the following would be highly valuable:
- Viscometer / viscosity testing
- Physical-property testing
- Quality control / quality assurance laboratory work
- Industrial, chemical, manufacturing, or materials laboratory experience
- SAP data entry or formula posting
- Laboratory data analysis and documentation
- Equipment calibration, maintenance, or troubleshooting
- Working independently in a production or laboratory environment