JOB DESCRIPTION – Lab Technician
Location: Greater Houston, TX area
Position Summary:
The Lab Technician is responsible for analysis of raw material, in-process, and finished products.
Essential Functions:
- Perform chemical analysis and basic lab tests on in-process, finished and finished goods
- Perform a variety of quality inspections on all packaging lines and products
- Testing can include wet chemistry, pH, volumetric titrations, freeze point analysis, water analysis, RA, specific gravity, Karl Fischer, cold crank, viscometer, etc
- Performing incoming inspections on pallets and drums
- Check paperwork on incoming chemical shipments to ensure it meets specifications
- Receive raw materials and complete the necessary paperwork to ensure compliance
- Ensure all monitoring and measuring devices in the lab are calibrated according to schedule and all supporting documentation is maintained and readily available
- Complete all test reports per customer specification and provide customer lab with representative samples for analysis and approval. Must ensure all supporting documentation is completed, maintained, and readily available
- Maintain product/batch retain samples and inventory
- Maintain cleanliness and appearance of lab
- Implement corrective and preventative actions when necessary in order to improve and/or enhance the quality of products and services provided
- Maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in science field preferred
Skills and Abilities:
- Basic Math and Computer
- Good verbal and written communication
- Understanding of basic lab safety
Type of Assignment:
Shift Schedule:
- 1st and 2nd shift may be available
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed
Salary:
- $20/hr+ Depending on experience, education
Benefits:
- Extensive benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, and medical insurance benefits.
Due to the high-volume of applicants, only candidates who meet the requirements of the position will move through the interview process.
This position does not offer C2C or H1-B sponsorship.
Candidate acknowledges upon application that this position is not eligible for per diem or relocation reimbursement.
