Laboratory Technician I - IC (2nd Shift)

Onterris, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium 10%

Job summary

Onterris, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician I for our Orange, CA laboratory to prepare samples, support daily lab operations, and deliver safe, accurate results.

The role involves EPA method analyses, loading IC instruments, and data entry, with opportunities to collaborate across departments. The position requires an associates or bachelor’s in chemistry, biology, or environmental science, and may include overtime.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds independently
• 1 year of lab experience (academic or professional) preferred
• Familiar with microbiological methods and techniques
• Able to accommodate flexible schedule including overtime, after-hours and weekend
• Able to work independently and make sound decision
• Excellent organization skills and strong communication skills
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and safety (PPE, balances, pipettes, glassware handling, etc.)
• Basic excel skills and familiarity with LIMS
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and teamwork
• Comfort working with strong acids; ability to remain stationary as needed

Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of sample scheduling and ensure that samples are analyzed within EPA’s holding time and clients’ due dates
• Routine sample preparation and analysis according to EPA methods (314.0, 300.0, 7199, and 218.6)
• Prepare samples and load on IC instruments
• Performs data entry
• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and follow safe work practices
• Perform inventory
• Cross trains on inter-department and intra-department levels
• Participates in lab’s meetings and focus teams
• Work effectively with other departments
• Create CARs when required and support corrective actions

Skills

Lab experience

microbiological methods

flexible schedule

independent work

organization

communication

lab safety (PPE, balances, pipettes)

Excel

LIMS

attention to detail

teamwork

handling strong acids

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

LIMS

Job description

## Laboratory Technician I - IC (2nd Shift)Apply: USA-CA-Orange: Full time: Posted Today: R8948# **About Us**At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.# **A Day in the Life** As a **Laboratory Technician I** in our **Orange, CA Laboratory**, you’ll be responsible for preparing samples, support daily lab operations, and collaborate with experienced teammates - delivering safe, accurate, on-time results every day. The compensation range for this role is **$20.50 to $25**, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. **Department:** Micro/IC**Schedule:** Full-Time. Sun - Thurs; 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm (2nd Shift)**Shift Premium:** Employees assigned to the 2nd shift schedule are eligible to receive an additional 10% shift premium. To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:* Daily monitoring of sample scheduling and ensure that samples are analyzed within EPA’s holding time and clients’ due dates* Routine sample preparation and analysis according to EPA methods (314.0, 300.0, 7199, and 218.6)* Prepare samples and load on IC instruments* Performs data entry* Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and follow safe work practices* Perform inventory* Cross trains on inter-department and intra-department levels* Participates in lab’s meetings and focus teams* Work effectively with other departments* Create CARs when required and support corrective actions # **Your Expertise and Skills** These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. * Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field preferred* Ability to lift 20-30 pounds independently **Preferred Skills** * 1 year of lab experience (academic or professional) preferred* Familiar with microbiological methods and techniques* Able to accommodate flexible schedule including overtime, after-hours and weekend* Able to work independently and make sound decision* Excellent organization skills and strong communication skills* Proficiency in laboratory techniques and safety (PPE, balances, pipettes, glassware handling, etc.)* Basic excel skills and familiarity with LIMS* Strong organization, attention to detail, and teamwork* Comfort working with strong acids; ability to remain stationary as needed # **Work Environment and Physical Requirements** The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions* Sitting, standing, and walking* Lifting up to 30 pounds independently* Works in a laboratory and/or office environment* Must be able to work in a stationary position for entire shift duration #LI-SG1