Lab Technician Job Opportunity

Job Description

Perform required in-process and finished product testing per internal and customer specifications. Prepare test specimens using injection molding equipment. Evaluate, document, and communicate necessary adjustments to production material that do not meet specifications. Thoroughly document and place on quality hold any material not meeting specifications, and perform additional sampling, inspection, or testing as specified by the Laboratory Manager or Technical Manager. Perform calibration verification and periodic maintenance on laboratory testing equipment. Maintain housekeeping in the laboratory and injection molding areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform required in-process and finished product testing per internal and customer specifications.
• Prepare test specimens using injection molding equipment.
• Evaluate, document, and communicate necessary adjustments to production material that do not meet specifications.
• Thoroughly document and place on quality hold any material not meeting specifications.
• Perform additional sampling, inspection, or testing as specified by the Laboratory Manager or Technical Manager.
• Perform calibration verification and periodic maintenance on laboratory testing equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping in the laboratory and injection molding areas.

Essential Skills

• Chemistry
• Laboratory
• Quality control
• Production
• Technical skills
• Manufacturing environment
• Document management
• Good documentation practices
• Strong communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to mentor other team members
• Project management
• Critical thinking

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma or Certification in Applied Technology strongly preferred
• Basic laboratory experience in manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Chemical handling
• Technical knowledge
• Sample testing
• Production process
• Polymer chemistry
• Materials science
• Product development process
• Materials handling
• Leadership development

Work Environment

Manufacturing Laboratory Environment. Monday - Friday: 6am-2pm.