R&D Laboratory Technician / Chemical Laboratory Technician in Freeport

Energy Jobline ZR; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a hands-on R&D Laboratory Technician to support chemists and engineers in a fast-paced chemical lab in Freeport, TX. The role emphasizes sample preparation, testing, instrument operation, and meticulous documentation.

Requirements include an associate degree in chemistry or related field (or HS diploma with 3+ years lab experience) and proficiency with lab safety and SOPs. Onsite position with long-term contract and competitive W2 pay.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in chemistry or related field OR HS diploma with 3+ years of lab experience.
• Experience in chemical, manufacturing, industrial, pharmaceutical, polymer, materials, or R&D lab.
• Hands-on experience with sample preparation, lab testing, equipment operation, calibration and data entry.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Laboratory testing

Sample preparation

Lab equipment operation

Equipment calibration

Accurate data entry

SOP compliance

Safety practices

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Chemistry/related field

HS Diploma with 3+ years lab experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

R&D Laboratory Technician / Chemical Laboratory Technician

Location: Freeport, TX (Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Pay Rate: $21/hour on W2

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:
• • Sample preparation
  • 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.

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
• Chemical 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.