Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401K

Paid time off

In-house training

Career pathing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to perform analyses, operate lab instruments, and ensure data integrity for DOE-related projects. You will maintain calibration, document results, and support audits to meet strict specifications.

The role requires a chemistry- or science-focused degree (associate or higher) or equivalent experience, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to pass a federal background check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant science; or an associate degree with 1+ year QC lab experience; or high school with 3+ years QC lab experience.
• Must be able to pass federal background check to obtain DOE Q clearance if required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
• Experience with laboratory equipment, analytical techniques, and data reporting.
• Ability to perform basic calibration tasks and ensure data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate analyses using standard test methods and deliver timely data.
• Operate analytical instruments (balances, ovens, wet chemistry tools, tensile testing equipment).
• Keep lab equipment calibrated and functioning at peak performance.
• Record results in lab logs, worksheets, and information systems.
• Verify data to ensure specifications and quality standards; collaborate with engineers.

Skills

DOE Q clearance

US Citizenship

Lab equipment

Data reporting

Statistics basics

Calibration tasks

Safety practices

Attention to detail

SOP compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or similar

Associate degree in chemical technology

High School diploma with QC lab experience

Tools

Gravimetric analysis

Tensile testing

Job description

Overview

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, is a trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. We are seeking a motivated Quality Control Laboratory Technician to contribute to our mission supporting our work atCentrus Energy in Oak Ridge, TN.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offercompetitive pay and benefits, and well-being programsto support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit:http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out accurate analyses using standard test methods and deliver timely, reliable data
• Operate analytical instruments (balances, ovens, wet chemistry tools, tensile testing equipment, and more)
• Keep laboratory equipment calibrated and functioning at peak performance
• Record results in lab logbooks, worksheets, and information systems
• Verify data to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standardCollaborate with engineers and managers to communicate findings
• Document, investigate, and help resolve nonconformance issues
• Identify and troubleshoot abnormal inspection results or equipment inconsistencies
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis to support data integrity
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment
• Follow all safety policies and promote safe work habits
• Train new team members on QC test methods and procedures
• Monitor supply inventory and initiate reorders as needed
• Contribute to additional project work as assigned

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or similar; OR
• Associate degree in chemical technology (or equivalent) with 1+ year QC lab experience; OR
• High School diploma with 3+ years of QC lab experience

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Due to federal contract security requirements, candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal background investigation to secure and maintain DOE Q security clearance if required.
• Due to federal contract security requirements, this position requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing.
• Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule III controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.
• Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, analytical techniques, and data reporting
• Ability to perform basic calibration tasks
• Solid math skills (averages, percentages, metric conversions)
• Basic knowledge of statistical techniques and data trend evaluation
• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment, chemical handling, and safe lab practices
• Ability to write clear procedures and reports
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and commitment to following SOPs
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications and Location Details

• Active Q clearance.
• Experience with gravimetric analysis and tensile testing
• NQA-1 and/or DOE related experience.
• Onsite position – Oak Ridge, TN
• Position will be initial W2 contract with conversion and/or extension options.

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

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