Laboratory Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Lab Technician is to test and analyze oil-based lubricants and associated components. The Lab Tech must use internal procedures and ASTM methods, along with good laboratory techniques, to analyze samples. The Lab Tech also performs SQC analysis, along with other quality checks, to ensure equipment is performing properly and that the results reported are accurate and representative of the sample. The Lab Technician must assist the Chemists in managing the samples that come in during the shift, and ensure they are properly analyzed in the correct priority, efficiently. This position is critical to the company as it ensures the quality of the fluid packaged/sold.

Responsible for but not limited to:

• Work Safely by identifying workplace hazards and notifying Management of those hazards before performing a task.
• Follow all Company Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Participate/Actively be involved in Process/Job improvements and other Lean activities
• Participate in pre-shift safety/shift change meetings and complete required monthly safety training.
• Report all Safety accidents and incidents to the Laboratory Supervisor or other Management.
• Log and test samples
• Utilize testing equipment in accordance with internal procedures and ASTM methods, as required.
• Approve blend, inbound, outbound, and production samples utilizing obtained results and provided specifications.
• Maintain and properly control documents and documentation
• Complete specified reports, including Shift Reports, accurately & timely.
• Receive supplies, documenting the receipt appropriately.
• Maintain a proper inventory of supplies
• Assist in ordering laboratory supplies & standards
• Utilize good laboratory practices and techniques including maintaining lab cleanliness
• Organize and store all chemical substances according to safety guidelines
• Validate and verify instruments are functioning properly and providing accurate results
• Work within the team to complete tasks and achieve Departmental goals.
• Effectively Communicate and positively interact with all departmental employees and Plant personnel
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by Management

Education/Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some college preferred
• Experience working in a QC Laboratory preferred
• Time Management skills
• Basic Laboratory Skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Self-Starter-Takes Initiative
• Moderate Computer Skills-Ability to effectively operate Microsoft Office Suite and other software
• Ability to read and understand ISO procedures and ASTM Methods
• Experience working on teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be willing to work all three shifts, including weekends and or holidays as needed, in addition to overtime.
• Ability to be mobile for long periods of time
• Ability to pull and lift up to 35lbs

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person