R&D Laboratory Technician

G-TECH Services LLC; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

G-TECH Services LLC seeks a hands-on Laboratory Technician to support a fast-paced chemical R&D lab in Freeport, TX. You will perform testing, sample preparation, and operate precision instruments while maintaining rigorous safety and documentation standards.

Ideal candidates have lab experience in chemical, polymer, pharma, or industrial settings and can work independently or as part of a team. This onsite role emphasizes accuracy and compliance with SOPs and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Biology, Materials Science, or related science field OR a High School Diploma/GED with 3+ years of relevant lab experience.
• Experience in chemical, manufacturing, industrial, pharmaceutical, polymer, materials, or R&D labs is required.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing, equipment operation, calibration, and documentation; strong safety and SOP compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and effective communication skills; ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Support chemists and engineers with lab experiments and research activities.
• Perform sample preparation, testing, and routine analytical procedures.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate lab instruments and equipment.
• Record test results and observations accurately.
• Follow SOPs, protocols, and safety procedures.
• Prepare equipment and materials for testing.
• Assist with inventory of chemicals and consumables.
• Participate in safety meetings and lab safety compliance.
• Collaborate with multiple research and product development projects.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Equipment operation

Calibration

Documentation

Safety & SOP

MS Office

Communication & teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Chemistry

HS Diploma + 3+ years lab experience

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

R&D Laboratory Technician / Chemical Laboratory Technician

Location: Freeport, TX (Onsite)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Laboratory Technician to support research scientists and engineers in a fast‑paced chemical R&D laboratory. This role is ideal for candidates with laboratory experience in chemical, manufacturing, materials, polymer, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments who enjoy performing laboratory testing, sample preparation, equipment operation, and accurate documentation while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Support chemists and engineers with laboratory experiments and research activities.
• Perform sample preparation, laboratory testing, and routine analytical procedures.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory instruments and testing equipment.
• Accurately record test results, observations, and experimental data.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), laboratory protocols, and safety procedures.
• Prepare laboratory equipment and materials for testing.
• Assist with laboratory inventory, chemical supplies, and consumable materials.
• Participate in safety meetings and maintain compliance with laboratory safety requirements.
• Support multiple research and product development projects while working collaboratively with laboratory teams.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Biology, Materials Science, or another science‑related discipline OR
• High School Diploma/GED with 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience working in a chemical, manufacturing, industrial, pharmaceutical, polymer, materials, or R&D laboratory.
• Hands‑on experience with:
• Laboratory testing
• Laboratory equipment operation
• Equipment calibration and routine maintenance
• Accurate laboratory documentation and data entry
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices and SOP compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting R&D, Product Development, Technical Service, or Quality Control laboratories.
• Experience with chemical handling, inventory management, and laboratory consumables.
• Familiarity with RCRA waste handling or hazardous waste procedures.
• Experience working with analytical laboratory instruments and testing equipment.

Ideal Backgrounds

We encourage applications from candidates with experience as:

• R&D Laboratory Technician
• Chemical Laboratory Technician
• QC Laboratory Technician
• Analytical Laboratory Technician
• Materials Laboratory Technician
• Polymer Laboratory Technician
• Product Development Laboratory Technician
• Manufacturing Laboratory Technician
• Technical Service Laboratory Technician

Please Note: This is a laboratory‑based position supporting research and development activities. Candidates whose experience is limited to chemical plant operations or production/process operations without hands‑on laboratory experience may not be a fit.