Entry Level-Lab Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs routine lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
Preparation of samples using standard techniques
Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques
Calculating data
Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor
Performing routine instrument maintenance
Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with EHS and QA standards
Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area
Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation including but not limited to gas chromatography, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, ICP, and instrument specific data systems.
Secondary Duties

Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods
Aliquots and weighs samples
Washes glassware
Qualifications
Requirements

Education: High school Chemistry coursework a plus, basic laboratory experience
Experience: Laboratory experience helpful Previous production-oriented work helpful (awareness and ability to meet deadlines)
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English.
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge

Analytical and/or General Science  Scientific methods and method compliance
Strong Mathematics background
Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures
Knowledge of laboratory procedures
Laboratory safety rules and chemical hazards
Skills

General knowledge of chemistry and/or general science
Basic mathematical skills
Production work
Good organizational skills
Good communication skills
Problem solving skills
Ability to muti-task
Quick learner
Work independently
Work within time constraints
Abilities

Use calculator/mathematical formulas and concepts
Complete work within time and quality constraints
Work independently following written or verbal instructions
Cooperate and coordinate both orally and in writing
Follow and learn appropriate protocols in one or more of the following disciplines:
Metals preparation and analysis
Wet Chemistry
Physical Requirements

Lifting and Carrying: Lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 30 pounds when moving samples and disposing of waste
Pushing and Pulling: Pushing and pulling up to 200 pounds when moving sample carts and gas tanks
Body Positions: Approximately 60% of time standing when analyzing samples, 10% walking when moving about laboratory, and 30% sitting when working at computer, doing paper work, or analyzing samples. These percentages vary significantly Page 4- Analyst I depending upon duties being performed. Must be able to sit, stand, or stoop for long periods of time.
Body Movements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching when getting samples and performing analyses
Smelling: For unusual odors, leakage, contamination
Hand Use: Handling samples, operating instruments, data entry
Hearing: Conversational hearing ability
Vision: Performing analyses, viewing computer screen, doing paperwork
Speaking: Conversational speaking ability.