Technician

LabRulez; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

Competitive Salary

401K Matching

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Life Insurance

Jeans Fridays

Job summary

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments in Columbia, MD is seeking a Technician to support the configuration, testing, and quality control of gas chromatographs prior to customer delivery. This hands-on role requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, attention to detail, and the ability to meet custom specs with minimal supervision.

The position is non-exempt, full-time with starting salary of $63,000 to $66,000 annually, paid semi-monthly.

Qualifications

• Hands-on troubleshooting of electronic and mechanical systems
• Familiar with quality assurance and test documentation standards
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet specs

Responsibilities

• Test and configure GC instruments to precise customer specifications
• Document repairs, parts usage, and defect resolution accurately
• Provide internal training and technical insights to team members as needed
• Travel occasionally for field support and system installations

Skills

Instrument- GC

Education

High School or better

Technical training in Electronics

Job description

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.” People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

• Location: Columbia, MD
• Salary: $63,000 - $66,000 per year

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu’s outstanding reputation and “Excellence in Science.” People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu’s continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What can Shimadzu offer YOU?

• Our Culture – A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation – Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits – Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth – Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits – Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance – Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education – Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks – Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility – Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement – Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one’s career and personal development

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a Technician to support the accurate configuration, testing, and quality control of gas chromatographs prior to customer delivery. This hands-on, bench-based role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet custom configuration specs with minimal oversight.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Test and configure GC instruments to precise customer specifications
• Document repairs, parts usage, and defect resolution accurately
• Provide internal training and technical insights to team members as needed
• Travel occasionally for field support and system installations

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma with technical training in electronics; Associate degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a hands-on technical role (GC or similar systems ideal)
• Proficient in troubleshooting electronic and mechanical systems
• Familiar with quality assurance and test documentation standards
• Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills

At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment.

This non-exempt, full-time position offers a starting salary range of $63,000 to $66,000 annually, paid semi-monthly. As a non-exempt position, you will be eligible for overtime and double time pay, as outlined in our employee handbook. Eligible benefits include a 401K matching program and discretionary yearly contributions, with detailed information provided at the final interview stage. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 scheduled holidays, and 3 floating holidays. After one year, you’ll have access to a generous short-term disability program, with premiums fully covered by the company. Employees are insured at 100% of their salary for the first 6 weeks and 66 2/3% for weeks 7 to 12.

Please note that Shimadzu Scientific Instruments does not recruit, interview, or extend job offers through WhatsApp. Any communication claiming to represent Shimadzu for recruitment purposes via WhatsApp should be treated as fraudulent. Our recruiters use official Shimadzu email addresses and have workplace verified LinkedIn profiles using their company email addresses. We encourage candidates to confirm recruiter identities and verify job opportunities through our official careers website before sharing personal information.

Third-Party Recruiting Agencies:

Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid to a search firm in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.

EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please .

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Instrument- GC Advanced

Behaviors

Required

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Education

Required

High School or better.

Technical/other training or better in Electronics Technology or related field.