Laboratory Technician

Primary Function

Analysts perform basic testing procedures on a variety of analytical instruments, assessing the outcomes of analytical techniques and documenting findings using the laboratory reporting system.

• Determine the quality of the finished product, capacity, gradation of the media, ensuring proper disinfection and overall approval for sale.
• Check inbound COAs for suitability of application.
• Continue tracking system for the production of media.
• Determine physical parameters of incoming raw water used in manufacturing daily.
• Make and supply hardness challenge water for hardness testing.
• Develop and maintain databases tracking production history, incoming raw materials, QA data, water usage, discharge water history, etc.
• Answer production information questions to customers who call in or refer to appropriate contact.
• Use computer skills – Excel, Word, Access, etc.
• Assist with inventory and paperwork for shipping and receiving.
• Order parts/chemistry when necessary.
• Assist Plant Manager/EHSS Manager on daily tasks.
• Assist EHSS in training production and maintenance employees.

• High School Diploma (or GED or equivalent) required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred; experience may substitute.
• Minimum of 6 months related work experience.
• Chemistry, quality, lab, or statistical background experience a plus.
• Comfortable working in a lab setting: equipment setup, testing, reporting, recording results.
• Strong attention to detail and priority-setting skills.
• Self-driven.
• Ability to decipher results.
• Strong problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to generate reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork.

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans including medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs, and tuition assistance.

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for ADA purposes, essential functions may or may not have been described. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.