Second Shift Laboratory Technician - Level 1

POLARIS Laboratories®; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Oil and Gas industry is seeking a Second Shift Laboratory Technician - Level 1. This entry-level, full-time role focuses on generating high-quality data using laboratory instruments while adhering to safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. The position offers a competitive pay range and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Completion of mandatory training within 90 days.
• Internal candidates must have no warnings in the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Achieves daily production goals and performs instrument maintenance.
• Adheres to Work Instructions and maintains audit readiness.
• Communicates needs and supports team goals.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Second Shift Laboratory Technician - Level 1

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Base pay range

$18.00/yr - $20.00/yr

Purpose

The Laboratory Technician, Level I, is focused on generating high-quality data at a large capacity for POLARIS Laboratory customers using laboratory instruments while following work instructions demonstrating successful mastery of assigned tests.

Shift

3:15pm - 11:45pm MT

Essential Functions

1. Uses resources to achieve outcomes: Manages their use of common software such as ECI, ADI, HRN, JIRA, Verse, and Yammer. Manages use of LIMS effectively in the lab by navigating menus, printing paperwork, and researching sample history.
2. Meets production: Achieves daily production goals, troubleshoots and escalates instrument issues, works according to schedule within attendance policies, and performs instrument maintenance.
3. Supports the Quality system: Adheres to Work Instructions, maintains audit readiness, keeps training up-to-date, and strives for high quality as reflected in customer satisfaction.
4. Supports the Safety program: Takes actions to prevent safety incidents, uses PPE appropriately, and maintains safety certifications.
5. Contributes as a team member: Communicates needs, supports team goals, and suggests process improvements.

Supportive Functions

• Collaborates with various departments to resolve issues and support audits.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizens.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Mechanical ability and fine motor skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform repetitive tasks.
• Organized workspace and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail, color and odor detection, effective communication, and time management.

Other Duties

• Supports POLARIS policies, quality management, and safety programs.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma, or 3 years of service at POLARIS in a related role.
• Completion of mandatory training within 90 days.
• Internal candidates must have no warnings in the past 12 months and a satisfactory review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a production or laboratory environment.

Safety Requirements

• Use of PPE, including eye protection, as per OSHA laws.
• Maintain up-to-date safety training.

Additional Information

• Entry level, full-time position in the Oil and Gas industry.