Laboratory Technician – QC & Analytical Specialist

Gowan-Compan; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gowan-Compan in Blytheville, AR is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform analyses and physical tests to support production and quality control while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. Proficiency with lab equipment and SOPs is essential; shift work and PPE usage are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry or related technical field, or a high school diploma with 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lab personnel to complete tasks on time.
• Perform analyses and physical tests on in-process and finished samples.
• Ensure samples and retains meet customer requirements.
• Release products meeting testing and customer specs.
• Follow SOPs, dispose of laboratory waste safely, and maintain equipment.
• Calibrate scales and instruments; monitor inventory and housekeeping.
• Maintain sample retain lockers and prepare reagent standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

SOP adherence

Safety awareness

Lab equipment

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry

High school diploma with experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gowan-Compan in Blytheville, AR is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform analyses and physical tests to support production and quality control while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. Proficiency with lab equipment and SOPs is essential; shift work and PPE usage are expected.