ML Laboratory Technician

Stepan Company; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated lab technician to support production through rigorous chemical analysis and quality assurance. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact product quality and safety. You'll engage in various lab duties, from troubleshooting equipment to participating in continuous improvement initiatives. Join a stable and growing company that values safety, sustainability, and employee recognition. If you're passionate about making a difference in the chemical manufacturing sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Stable & Growing

Collaborative Environment

Make a Difference & Be Recognized

Committed to Safety & Sustainability

Value Driven Culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or 1-5 years lab experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support lab operations and perform chemical analyses for quality assurance.
• Document results and maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Chemical Analysis

Quality Assurance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

LIMS NWA

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting production by analysing samples, providing adjustments to batches, certifying storage tanks, and other general lab duties.

Responsibilities

1. Support lab operations as well as participating in workgroups and the quality processes.
2. Independently perform chemical and physical analyses and tests required for quality assurance of products or processes, draw conclusions based upon results, and provide product adjustments as needed. Communicate timely results to production operators.
3. Troubleshoot analyses and equipment, communicate findings to supervision, contacts, and work with outside sources to correct.
4. Provide accurate and appropriate documentation of results, equipment maintenance, and calibration in laboratory logbooks, spreadsheets, LIMS NWA, and certificates of analysis, etc.
5. Perform routine responsibilities; approve incoming and outgoing material, disposal of samples, solution preparation, preparation of non-standardized reagents, and housekeeping functions including emptying buckets of sample waste and disposal of broken glass containers.
6. Actively participate in safety/waste programs, adhere to safety policies & standards, attend monthly safety meetings, and attend shift meetings.
7. Actively participate in Quality/ISO programs, adhere to Quality and ISO policies; contribute ideas and suggestions and attend scheduled meetings.
8. Participate in departmental and continuous process improvement workgroups; contribute ideas and suggestions for improving department infrastructure and work processes.
9. Support all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and regulations.
10. Participate and maintain compliance related activities including internal and external audits for applicable standards and certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, EFfCI, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, RSPO, ISCC+ and others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry OR 1-5 years’ lab experience in a manufacturing environment with High School diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must have technical knowledge associated with testing performed on site.

This position is an hourly position working 12-hour rotational shifts. Some weekends and holiday work is required.

About Stepan

Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90 years. Today, Stepan is a $2.7 billion revenue company. Our continued success is driven by the passion and commitment of our 2,500+ employees around the world.

Why Work At Stepan?

• Stable & Growing
• Collaborative Environment
• Make a Difference & Be Recognized
• Committed to Safety & Sustainability
• Value Driven Culture