Laboratory Technician

Apex Systems, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems, LLC is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our analytical team in Kentucky. You will perform analyses using atomic spectroscopy, X-ray fluorescence, electrochemical methods, wet chemistry, mechanical testing, LECO and metallography techniques, selecting appropriate equipment, standards and methods.

You will calibrate instruments, analyze samples, report results, maintain lab equipment and inventory, obtain representative samples, and ensure safe handling and disposal of

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related
• Previous laboratory experience from education or industry

Responsibilities

• Choose appropriate equipment, standards and methods for analysis.
• Perform calibrations and check calibrations, as needed.
• Maintain laboratory equipment & inventory.
• Obtain representative samples for analysis.
• Prepare, label and store samples and materials appropriately.
• Dispose of materials and samples.
• Identify incompatible chemicals and specific categories of hazardous chemicals.
• Troubleshoot causes of nonconformance and equipment failure.
• Apply principles of AA and emission spectroscopy and mechanical testing to duties.

Education

BS Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related

Tools

Atomic spectroscopy

X-ray fluorescence

Electrochemical analysis

Wet chemistry

Mechanical testing

LECO

Metallography

Job description

## Job Description# Laboratory Technician* Conduct analyses by employing atomic spectroscopy, x-ray fluorescence, electrochemical, wet chemical, mechanical testing, LECO and metallography techniques.* Choosing appropriate equipment, standards and methods for analysis.* Check equipment for correct operation and report malfunctions to supervision.* Perform calibrations and check calibrations, as needed.* Analyze samples, evaluate results and respond appropriately.* Locate references for conducting analyses.* Maintain laboratory equipment & inventory.* Obtain representative samples for analysis.* Prepare, label and store samples and materials appropriately.* Know the major use and general characteristics of materials used.* Dispose of materials and samples.* Classify chemicals according to reactivity.* Identify incompatible chemicals and specific categories of hazardous chemicals.* Use chemical reference handbooks.* Know how to access information regarding chemicals.* Troubleshoot causes of nonconformance and equipment failure.* Modify and develop testing methods with supervisor's approval.* Locate references for additional methods.* Conduct minor repairs on equipment.* Identify problems that need service from an outside source.* Apply principles of AA and emission spectroscopy and mechanical testing to duties.* BS Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related.* Previous laboratory experience from education or industry