The lab technician is responsible for performing lab tests, verifying samples, documentation, and taking necessary corrective actions whenever a product and/or process is out of spec. Candidate will also ensure that all safety precautions are followed in the lab, with appropriate PPE being utilized at all times.
Duties and responsibilities
· Order materials needed to operate lab activities
· Maintain day-to-day operation of testing
· Collect and interpret data; prepare reports
· Provide support for making process decisions based upon test results
· Document and communicate all data for receivables, tracking, and verification
· Maintain knowledge of general chemistry/microbiology, and the theory of lab analysis
· Ensure that all data is as accurate and precise as analytically possible
· Ability to recognize any potential issues and address them calmly and professionally
· Understand and perform lab policies and procedures.
· Report any health and safety issues
· Maintain cleanliness of lab environment
· Understand computer programs used for lab equipment and lab operation
· Familiar with equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
· Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot, adjust, and repair routine equipment issues
· Ensure operation of analytical instruments is properly maintained and calibrated
· Document and communicate all issues regarding product quality and instruments
· Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books
· Resolve problems as they arise by examining and evaluating data
· Understand and complete projects within turnaround time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person