Lab Technician

Lab Technician

The Lab Technician supports analytical and formulation development activities by preparing samples and materials, performing basic laboratory tests, and maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant laboratory environment. This role contributes directly to quality control, research and development, and continuous improvement initiatives by executing routine testing, documenting results accurately, and supporting day-to-day laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the laboratory team by managing and preparing lab supplies, glassware, diluents, mobile phases, and other materials required for analytical testing.
• Perform basic laboratory testing such as pH, viscosity, specific gravity, physical appearance, and other physical and chemical test methods on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Conduct routine sample preparation activities, including manual or mechanical expression of samples, following established procedures and technical instructions.
• Record observations and test results accurately in accordance with good documentation practices and promptly communicate unexpected results or observations to the supervising scientist.
• Set up, verify, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and instrumentation to ensure accurate, reliable, and compliant test results.
• Perform data analysis and maintain a compliant laboratory notebook using an electronic notebook system, following good documentation practice (GDP).
• Maintain day-to-day laboratory readiness by cleaning, organizing, and returning glassware, pipettes, reusable supplies, and laboratory utensils to designated locations.
• Keep assigned work areas, storage locations, and shared equipment safe, clean, and orderly while supporting lab safety and 5S goals within analytical and packaging laboratories.
• Perform documented routine checks, verifications, cleaning, and basic care of laboratory equipment such as balances and pH meters.
• Promptly report equipment issues, damaged glassware, expired materials, supply shortages, and safety concerns to the appropriate laboratory owner or supervisor.
• Monitor laboratory chemicals, glassware, supplies, and consumables, checking materials for proper identification, condition, and expiration status.
• Support inventory management by updating records, assisting with ordering and receipt of materials, and organizing supplies and consumables.
• Dispose of chemical, glass, sharps, and other designated laboratory waste according to established procedures and safety requirements.

Essential Skills

• 1–3 years of experience in a quality control (QC) or research and development (R&D) laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with pH measurement, density testing, wet titration, solution preparation, and sample preparation.
• Experience performing finished product testing and basic formulation work.
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices (GMP) and wet chemistry techniques.
• Familiarity with high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and analytical chemistry methods.
• Proficiency in general lab testing within chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related laboratory disciplines.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow explicit directions, multitask, and maintain diligent, accurate records.
• Strong integrity and commitment to performing work in a compliant and ethical manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency with MS Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to use electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, materials science, engineering, or another…