Lab Technician

Job Summary
This Analytical Lab Technician supports Car Care manufacturing operations by performing routine and non‑routine analytical testing to ensure raw materials, in‑process samples, and finished products meet established quality specifications. The role provides timely and accurate analytical data to support production, product release, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Conduct analytical and physical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products following approved test methods.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments such as pH meters, viscometers, and FTIR.
• Accurately document test results in laboratory databases in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
• Support manufacturing troubleshooting by providing analytical data, insights, and timely feedback.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, manage chemical inventory, and ensure adherence to all safety and environmental procedures.
• Participate in method verifications, instrument qualifications, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Production Teams, Product Engineers, and the Production Manager to ensure timely testing and product release.
• Maintain finished goods retention samples in accordance with the Company’s Quality Policy.
• Escalate analytical or product quality issues to R&D to ensure timely investigation and resolution.
• Support R&D in product testing for new product introductions and process qualifications.

• Highly motivated with a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and SOPs describing chemistry laboratory procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery safely and proficiently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; flexible to work occasional overtime.

• Minimum associate’s degree in chemistry or related field.
• 1‑3 years direct applicable experience in a chemical laboratory in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation.
• Based out of Solon, Ohio.
• 5 % travel or less may be required.

Employees must stand, walk, climb, and balance on moving vehicles; operate mechanical equipment; lift, push/pull up to 65 pounds; and work with vibration, chemicals, and hazardous materials. Vision, hearing, and other physical requirements apply. Work may involve standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, and occasional sitting.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. ITW values our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas and creates workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.