Laboratory Technician: Analytical Testing & Instrumentation

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

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