Laboratory Specialist

The Laboratory Specialist will conduct, analyze, and document chemical/physical tests on materials. The individual in this role will prepare solutions, calibrate equipment, maintain safety standards, and report data to scientists. This role will work onsite at Zinc Five headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon and will report to the Lead Battery Engineer.

Laboratory Specialist

Job Duties:

* Conduct routine and non-routine chemical or physical laboratory tests on solids, liquids, and gases.

* Operate, calibrate, and clean laboratory instrumentation (e.g., pH meters,

* Prepare samples, compounds, and reagents according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)

* Assist in the fabrication of battery electrodes and other electrochemical materials.

* Maintain accurate records of experiments, materials, and inventory.

* Support lab-scale characterization of materials, including mechanical and chemical properties.

* Ensure lab cleanliness, organization, and compliance with safety protocols.

* Assist researchers and engineers with experimental setups and data collection.

* Monitor and maintain lab equipment and report any malfunctions.

* Maintain a safe laboratory environment by following GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and handling hazardous materials safely

* Monitor production samples to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications

* Analyze and interpret test results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established protocols

* Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of postsecondary education in chemistry or a related field

* Proficiency in laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and conducting experiments

* 3+ years of laboratory experience

* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to follow complex instructions,

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience with electrode fabrication or electrochemical testing

* Familiar with battery technologies

* Previous manufacturing experience

Key

Competencies:

* Attention to detail

* Excellent communication skills - verbal and written

* Good judgment with solid decision making

* Customer service orientation

* Teamwork

* Continuous improvement

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

* Work involves sitting, walking, standing, bending, throughout the day

* Must be able to wear proper arc flash rated PPE along with standard PPE requirements

* Must be able to climb ladders to perform work when needed

* Lifting up to 25 pounds

* Requires close visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors

* Warehouse, lab and office environments

Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role.

In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave.

Zinc Five is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre-employment testing. Zinc Five is a participant in E-Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.