Laboratory Technician
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Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Department: Laboratory | Quality
Current Available Shift Schedule(s): 2nd: 2:00pm-10:30pm | 3rd: 10:00pm-6:30am | Weekend: 6:00am-6:30pm, Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday (3 x 12 hour shifts)
Current Available Shift Schedule(s): 2nd: 2:00pm-10:30pm | 3rd: 10:00pm-6:30am | Weekend: 6:00am-6:30pm, Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday (3 x 12 hour shifts)
Location: Charlestown, New Hampshire
The Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine laboratory tests and inspections to determine physical/chemical characteristics of processes/products and ensure specifications are met as defined by company, industry and customer standards. Assists all operations with the testing of various product lines. Ensure safe chemical procedures, quality standards and compliance with regulatory requirements for working with and handling raw materials, production, and final products.
The Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine laboratory tests and inspections to determine physical/chemical characteristics of processes/products and ensure specifications are met as defined by company, industry and customer standards. Assists all operations with the testing of various product lines. Ensure safe chemical procedures, quality standards and compliance with regulatory requirements for working with and handling raw materials, production, and final products.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for Standard Operating Procedures, Work instructions, and accurate data collection for all chemical lab analysis methods.
- Responsible for entering timely and accurate data into the TruChem Lab System.
- Experimental procedures and subsequent results will be accurately recorded and, when possible, the Laboratory Technician may be asked to interpret results and present key findings to senior laboratory members.
- Responsible for ensuring dosing solutions are filled for all Ancoysis units.
- Sets up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment.
- Assist in or perform basic analytical tests from well-defined standards and procedures as assigned by the Laboratory Supervisor.
- Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
- Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
- Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in Laboratory.
- Understand and be able to complete laboratory raw data sheets and make accurate entries.
- Submit proposals to Change Control Board.
- Submit process changes to the Change Control Board.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Strong team orientation.
- Motivated, results oriented, customer focused, with a high commitment to quality.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to learn new technology.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Creative thinking with sound problem solving and decision-making.
- Be a team player and must work well with others.
- Receptive to learning new skills and able to cross train in other departments.
Education & Experience:
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. AAS in Chemistry or a science/technical discipline preferred.
- Experience working in a test lab environment preferred.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
This is a predominantly hands-on role, with the majority of time spent in the laboratory and on the production floor supporting testing, troubleshooting, and daily operations. The role also includes routine computer work, documentation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The role requires standing, walking, bending, and sitting for extended periods, as well as the use of standard office, inspection, and laboratory equipment.
Work may involve exposure to chemicals, fumes, noise, and manufacturing materials. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing, and respiratory protection, may be required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks. The ability to wear required respiratory protection is an essential function of the role. The position may require lifting up to 44 pounds (20 kg), manual dexterity, and the ability to safely operate laboratory and inspection equipment safely. Occasional extended hours or schedule flexibility may be required to support production, laboratory demand, audits, or investigations.
This is a predominantly hands-on role, with the majority of time spent in the laboratory and on the production floor supporting testing, troubleshooting, and daily operations. The role also includes routine computer work, documentation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The role requires standing, walking, bending, and sitting for extended periods, as well as the use of standard office, inspection, and laboratory equipment.
Work may involve exposure to chemicals, fumes, noise, and manufacturing materials. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing, and respiratory protection, may be required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks. The ability to wear required respiratory protection is an essential function of the role. The position may require lifting up to 44 pounds (20 kg), manual dexterity, and the ability to safely operate laboratory and inspection equipment safely. Occasional extended hours or schedule flexibility may be required to support production, laboratory demand, audits, or investigations.
All Employees Shall:
- Perform all duties in a timely fashion to support production needs.
- Follow all procedures and work instructions.
- Elevate any compliance or maintenance issues.
- Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.
- Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
- Attend scheduled EH&S training program.
- Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.
- Recommend improved EH&S practices.
GreenSource Fabrication, a Whelen Engineering Company, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.