Laboratory Technician - Houston, TX

Goodyear; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tire manufacturing is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the chemical manufacturing process. This role involves analysis of product samples, maintaining quality assurance, and promoting safety practices in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess a strong chemistry background and be self-motivated team players.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED required; minimum of 20 semester hours of chemistry needed.
• Previous experience in laboratory testing preferred.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze samples for quality assurance.
• Perform routine lab maintenance and communicate findings.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures in the lab.

Skills

Quality assurance

Laboratory testing

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma/GED

20 semester hours of college level chemistry

BS degree in Chemistry or related field (preferred)

Job description

For more than a century, Goodyear has led the industry in manufacturing innovative tires that deliver the highest level of performance for everything from passenger cars and trucks to airplanes, heavy-duty mining equipment, and racecars. We are devoted to advancing tire technology, applying our innovations to new products that deliver confident mobility for drivers everywhere. If you are looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career path, you will enjoy being a part of the manufacturing team.Check out the video below of what some of our employees have to say about working for Goodyear:

As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing process in one of Goodyear's Chemical manufacturing plants. Goodyear Chemical is a division of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company which manufactures and markets rubber-related chemicals for various applications. You will also promote safety, environmental stewardship and housekeeping throughout the facility.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Gather and analyze in-process and finished product samples to provide quality assurance and process control information for the manufacturing process using specific laboratory test methods and techniques
• Perform routine maintenance (e.g., change septums, gas cylinders)
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to comprehend and employ both written and verbal instruction
• Abide by safe work standards including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, and appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
• Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights and/or confined spaces when applicable.

Basic Qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED
• Must have completed a minimum of 20 semester hours of college level chemistry including:
  • General Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Quantitative Chemistry, and/or
  • Instrumental Analytical Chemistry
• Previous experience in instrumental laboratory testing
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be able to successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment contingencies
• Ability to work any and/or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree in Chemistry or other science
• Previous military service experience within a technical specialty

Candidate Criteria:

• Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
• Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done
• Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
• Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful whether working on a team or individual projects
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions in routine and non-routine situations