Quality Laboratory Technician

Flex-N-Gate; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine and non-routine tests, record data, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. The role supports the laboratory team, calibrates equipment, and contributes to regulatory submissions.

The ideal candidate holds a related community college diploma with several years of experience, adept in chemical, biological and physical testing, and skilled in data handling and communication.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of health, safety and environmental standards.
• Strong data handling and record-keeping skills.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in testing.
• Ability to interpret results and communicate findings clearly.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses following strict methods.
• Record and report data in prescribed forms and maintain statistical records.
• Interpret results and compare with specifications and control limits.
• Perform visual inspections of finished products.
• Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
• Assist in investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide data for regulatory submissions and traceability.
• Investigate questionable test results and document findings.
• Ensure lab cleanliness and safety standards.
• Monitor testing procedures and adhere to standard methods.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Participate in internal audits and assessments.
• Evaluate analytical methods for potential improvements.
• Maintain compliance with TS16949; ISO 14001 and OSHA.

Education

Community College diploma in related field

Four years related work experience

Job description

Summary

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for laboratory-based tasks, which include sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analyzing results. The Laboratory Technician provides all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively whilst adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines. The Laboratory Technician carries out fundamental tests as part of the scientific team.

Department

Quality

Reports to

Laboratory Supervisor

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Ethics and Integrity

Flex‑N‑Gate Training Requirements

• CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation
• “A” – “B” Key Training
• Product Quality Planning
• Calibration
• Combustible Dust Training
• Confined Space Awareness
• Corrective Action
• Electronic ECN Training
• Equipment Safety
• Ergonomics
• Fall Protection
• Fire Extinguisher Training
• Hazard Communication
• Hearing Conservation
• Incident and Injury Reporting
• Inspection Standards
• Lab Manual
• Lock Out Tag Out - Awareness
• Machine Guarding
• Non‑Conforming Material
• OSHA 10‑Hour Training
• RCRA – Awareness
• Respiratory Protection
• Slips, Trips and Falls
• Lab Product Testing
• W/C Disability Management
• IATF/ISO Related Training
• Quality Management Systems - CQAM.00001 Quality Management Systems Manual

Job Duties

• Conduct routine and non‑routine tasks following strict methodologies to carry out analyses.
• Record and report data from all analyses and tests in the prescribed time and form and maintain statistical records in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
• Perform visual inspections of finished products.
• Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
• Participate in out‑of‑specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Supply data necessary for regulatory submissions.
• Investigate or report questionable test results.
• Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines.
• Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
• Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.
• Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.
• Responsible for maintaining TS16949; ISO 14001 and OSHA compliance.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.

Requirements

• Community College diploma in related field or;
• Four years related work experience.
• Must be knowledgeable in health, safety and environmental standards.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques, terminology, equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of chemical, biological and physical testing and analyses including the preparation of materials, equipment and samples.
• Knowledge of arithmetic for use in computation of test results and analysis.
• Knowledge of data processing.
• Ability to use and maintain laboratory equipment for standard chemical, biological and physical testing.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instruction.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good eyesight and manual dexterity skills in laboratory manipulative techniques.
• Demonstrate applicable ethics and due diligence.
• Manage time effectively.
• Good presentation skills.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• Ability to respond appropriately in pressure situations with a calm and steady demeanor.

Working Conditions

• May interact with chemicals, elements and potential hazardous organisms.
• Manual dexterity required to use laboratory equipment, desktop computer and peripherals.
• Intermittent physical activity including standing, sitting and lifting.
• Overtime as required.