Laboratory Technician - Houston, TX

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tire industry is immediately hiring a Laboratory Technician in Houston, TX. The role involves supporting the manufacturing process through quality assurance testing and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a strong background in chemistry, with opportunities for career growth within a well-established organization.

Qualifications

• Must have completed General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Instrumental Analytical Chemistry.
• Previous experience in instrumental laboratory testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze laboratory samples for quality assurance.
• Perform routine maintenance and run various laboratory tests.
• Promote safety and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Self-motivated

Hard worker

Adaptability

Team player

Analytical skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

20 semester hours of college level chemistry

BS degree in Chemistry or other science

Job description

Join to apply for the Laboratory Technician - Houston, TX role at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Join to apply for the Laboratory Technician - Houston, TX role at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

About

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:

Goodyear. More Driven.

IMMEDIATELY HIRING!!! – APPLY TODAY!!!

About

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:

A Day in the Life Video

Position Description

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)
• Run miscellaneous test methods (e.g., specific gravity, Brookfield viscosity, refractive index, flow index, density, melt point)
• 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
• Commitment to working safely.
  
  

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products in 46 facilities in 21 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.

Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please call [phone]

Click here for more information about Equal Employment Opportunity laws, and here for additional supplementary information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company by 2x

Get notified about new Laboratory Technician jobs in Houston, TX.

Houston, TX $45,000.00-$55,000.00 3 weeks ago

Lab Tech to join growing team and company

Research Intern - Cancer Biology (Shalapour Lab)

Medical Laboratory Assistant - part-time 20 hours

Laboratory Assistant/Processor Laboratory Services

Houston, TX $35,996.00-$44,466.00 4 months ago

Medical Laboratory Technician (Notional Opportunity))

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.