Membrane Lab Technician I

Kurita Europe GmbH; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kurita America, Inc. seeks a Membrane Lab Technician I to manage daily lab operations, track sales orders for membrane services, and help ensure production requirements are met. Tasks include sample handling, data reporting, and coordination with the team under supervisor guidance.

The role requires 0–2 years of lab exposure and a degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or related science. Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to lift 40 pounds are expected.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of lab exposure.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or related science or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Log, track, and check in incoming samples and equipment; cut and harvest membrane samples for testing.
• Collect and draft scientific data reports for manager review; organize digital files, photos, and records.
• Perform daily tasks and facility upkeep as directed by the Manager.
• Coordinate with team members on required tasks.
• Follow SOPs and safety guidelines to ensure proper techniques.
• Maintain a clean lab environment.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance excluding SEM/EDS.
• Keep inventory of lab supplies (gloves, reagents, cleaners, hoses, etc.).
• Assist with membrane dissections and use FT-IR under supervision.
• Perform membrane/filter/foulant dissections and sampling.
• Conduct wet chemistry procedures including titration, ion chromatography, and turbidity testing.
• Assist with laboratory cleaning studies under supervision.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time management

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or chemistry

Tools

FT-IR

Ion chromatography

Titration

Laboratory equipment

Job description

At Kurita, we aim to create new value for water and deliver solutions that support responsible resource use. Our philosophy guides us: “Study the properties of water, master them, and we will create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony.”We act with integrity, customer focus, and a steadfast commitment to innovation and safety.

Membrane Lab Technician I

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Membrane Lab Technician I executes daily operations for Kurita America, Inc., sales orders under the direction of the Manager, Membrane Services (Manager). This role tracks multiple assigned sales orders from open to close to meet production requirements for each type of service.

Job Title: Membrane Lab Technician I

Pay: $28-31/hour

Responsibilities:

• Log, track, and check in incoming samples and equipment; cut and harvest membrane samples for testing
• Collect and draft scientific data reports for manager review; organize digital files, photos, and records.
• Perform daily tasks and facility upkeep as specified by the Manager/Membrane Analysts.
• Communicate and coordinate with team members on required tasks.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines to ensure proper techniques are performed at the highest level.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean lab environment.
• Performs routine maintenance to all equipment excluding the SEM/EDS
• Keeps inventory of lab supplies (e.g. gloves, reagents, cleaners, hose, etc.)
• Assist with membrane dissections and use tools like FT-IR under supervision.
• Perform membrane/filter/foulant dissections, sample collection, and foulant analysis procedures.
• Perform wet chemistry procedures including titration, ion chromatography, and turbidity testing.
• Perform laboratory cleaning studies under supervision and instruction.

Qualifications:

• 0-2 years of experience of lab exposure
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or other related science or equivalent work experience. [may substitute 1 year of education with 2 years of experience]
• Effective communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work with basic power tools (e.g., drill, saw).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and/or equivalents
• This position is subject to logistics and/or chemical handling training, including those regulated by Federal, State, and City agencies which may include: the Department of Transportation (D.O.T), IATA, and IMO, and specific to Class 8 Corrosive products. Avista will provide the required training via qualified third-party entities.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Kurita Group specialises in optimising the reliability and efficiency of industrial plants and projects. Our customised technologies and patented products for industrial water, paper and process treatment improve plant efficiency and plant lifetime as well as reducing costly downtimes.