Lab Technician

Lab Technician

This role involves performing analytical testing on a variety of samples in a petroleum and petrochemical-focused laboratory. The lab technician receives and reviews work orders, conducts tests according to customer and industry standards, documents results accurately, and prepares analytical reports. The position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in analytical testing, build strong technical skills, and develop a foundation for more advanced roles in laboratory analysis, chemistry, and quality assurance.

This is a safety-sensitive role that supports independent testing, inspection, and certification services for products such as gasoline and aviation fuels.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and thoroughly understand work orders for all incoming samples before beginning any testing.
• Perform required analyses on samples in accordance with customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct a variety of tests, including density, viscosity, gas chromatography (GC), petroleum contamination testing, lubricant analysis, and oil analysis.
• Accurately document each test result in a clear, neat, and organized manner, ensuring traceability and compliance with laboratory procedures.
• Prepare corresponding analytical reports that summarize test methods, results, and observations in a professional and timely manner.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control testing, including assisting with the creation, maintenance, and interpretation of control charts.
• Follow established laboratory procedures and quality protocols to ensure consistent, reliable, and defensible test results.
• Maintain laboratory instruments, equipment, and supplies by performing routine checks, basic troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance as needed.
• Support safe sample handling, storage, and disposal practices in alignment with laboratory safety policies and environmental regulations.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of laboratory processes by providing feedback on procedures, documentation, and workflow.
• Collaborate with colleagues, consultants, and management to resolve testing issues and ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned to support overall laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline (0-1 Years of Experience)
• High School Diploma (1+ Years of Lab Experience)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainfield, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plainfield, IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

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