Laboratory Technician

Description

Basic Function 

As a member of the Laboratory team, you will be responsible for providing efficient and cost-effective routine and non-routine analytical and physical testing on products produced and/or samples generated at this site.  Laboratory Technicians are also accountable for working safely, independently, and efficiently while always seeking to implement methods which reduce costs, improve quality, and reduce the potential for injury. You will be accountable for personal safety, the safety of co-workers, promoting a safe work environment, and carrying out all work activities in compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Promote an environment in which everyone is treated with respect.  
• Perform routine and non-routine sample analyses. 
• Document, communicate, and archive analytical results.
• Test quality control standards to ensure validity of sample results.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance on laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Execute routine calibrations as required and maintain associated records.  
• Participate on committees dealing with investigations, policy and procedure development, and improving the work place environment.
• Candidate will be required to mentor other laboratory technicians when necessary.
• Engage in frequent developmental dialog with supervisor and others to continually enhance personal and group performance.

Requirements

Min. Qualifications 

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must have one of the following: 

1. A Bachelor’s Degree
2. Minimum of 1 - 3 years’ experience working as a laboratory technician.  Must be willing and able to provide overtime coverage.

• Must be willing and able to work occasional plant call-outs.
• Must be willing to work with hazardous and/or flammable chemicals (with proper safety precautions, training, and equipment).
• Must be willing and able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to work in environments that require frequent bending, reaching, and lifting. 
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Pass pre-employment testing including a physical, drug and alcohol screening, and background check.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Polymers testing experience
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse set of cross functional groups.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must be able to perform job with minimal direction from supervision and identify opportunities to develop self.
• Proficient computer skills are required to effectively use requisite software applications.
• Complete tasks wearing required personal protective equipment which may include fire protective clothing, goggles, face shields, gloves, steel toe boots, hearing protection, respirators, etc.

Competencies 

• Builds effective teams
• Collaborates
• Cultivates innovation
• Customer focus
• Demonstrates courage
• Drives results
• Ensures accountability
• Instills trust and exemplifies integrity
• Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.

WE ARE HIRING FOR NIGHT SHIFT 10PM - 6:30AM