Chemical Laboratory Technician

Brief Description:
This position has the primary responsibility of supporting the development of solutions for the Coatings Industry. The position is working in a chemistry lab.

Main Responsibilities:

• Mixing chemicals
• Testing samples
• Documentation

Experience:

• Experience in laboratory activity: performing experiments and familiarity with basic chemical mixing is required.
• Experience in vendor management: ordering materials and cataloging materials is a plus.
• Experience in technical documentation is desired.
• Basic knowledge of chemical instrumentation is required.
• Basic knowledge of chemical compatibility is required.
• Basic knowledge of chemical handling and chemical storage is required.
• College level (Junior level) understanding of chemistry, physics, and engineering is required.
• Detail-oriented with a high sensitivity to timelines is a must.
• Proactive in task management and ability to address/take care of basic laboratory facilitation.

Education Requirements:

• A high school diploma is required with 6 years practical laboratory experience OR
• An Associate's degree with 2 years of practical laboratory experience OR
• A Bachelor's degree in a scientific field.

Other Skills:

• Must have a strong sense of work ethic and self-motivation.
• Must operate with a high sense of urgency.
• Must be able to work comfortably in a team environment and also effectively on individual efforts.
• Must have basic computer skills and be comfortable with email, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• Must have the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Must be flexible and capable of adapting to priority changes on a daily basis.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.