Laboratory Technician

We have a full-time/part-time opening for a Laboratory Technician.

Must be able to work various shifts per week.

Requires formal training and may involve scientific analysis or process development. Work requires routine inspection, testing, grading, sorting, sampling, or weighing of either raw materials or processed products. Operate Analytical Equipment such as LC, GC, UV-Vis, melting point, Color meter, and pH meter to inspect in-process samples according to Lab SOP. Knowledgeable of typical laboratory equipments, perform various instrument checks, demonstrate safe and proper laboratory techniques Job Specifications: *A BA/BS degree in Chemistry or equally qualifying field (Biology, etc) with 0-3 years work experience. *Must be able to work weekends if it is necessary. *Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English and able to communicate in a professional manner. *Must understand how to work in a Windows Operating Environment and use programs such as email, Word, Excel, and basic data entry. *Have a general knowledge of good Laboratory Techniques. *Have a basic knowledge of analytical equipment (LC, GC, etc.). Physical Requirements: *Lift, Carry, Push, or Pull 1-50 lbs. for 15-60minutes 1 or 2 times/week. Body Movements: *Bend, Twist, Walk, Reach, and/or Climb for 1-8 hours/day Endurance: *Sit, Stand, and/or Walk for 6-8 hours per day. Hazards: *Moderate Noise Levels, solvents and other chemicals used for testing/cleaning, hotplates and hot solvents. Material Exposure: *Glass, plastic, metal, and various chemicals from both production and laboratory testing.