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Description
Job Title: Lab Technician
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: 108EV - Technology
Site Location: Cleveland, Tx & The Woodlands, Tx
Reports To: Sr VP of Research & Technology
Revision Date: 1.24.2025
Last Revision Date: 1.24.2025
Job Code: LAB-TECH-001
Position Summary
Element Chemicals is a leading chemical manufacturing company known for its commitment to quality and innovation. We specialize in the reaction and blending of specialty chemicals and pride ourselves on maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
We seek a full-time Lab Technician to join our team at The Woodlands, TX, and Cleveland, TX. The Lab Technician is responsible for routine analysis, good lab documentation practices, sample shipment, logging/organizing incoming samples, and assisting in lab maintenance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Employee Acknowledgment
My signature below acknowledges that I have received, read, and understand this job description and that I am expected to consistently demonstrate the essential job duties and core competencies of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I acknowledge that I may be expected to perform additional tasks and projects as assigned, and I agree to perform such tasks and projects, along with the essential functions of my job, in accordance with the performance standards and expectations set forth by the Company. The Company reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Job Title: Lab Technician
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: 108EV - Technology
Site Location: Cleveland, Tx & The Woodlands, Tx
Reports To: Sr VP of Research & Technology
Revision Date: 1.24.2025
Last Revision Date: 1.24.2025
Job Code: LAB-TECH-001
Position Summary
Element Chemicals is a leading chemical manufacturing company known for its commitment to quality and innovation. We specialize in the reaction and blending of specialty chemicals and pride ourselves on maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
We seek a full-time Lab Technician to join our team at The Woodlands, TX, and Cleveland, TX. The Lab Technician is responsible for routine analysis, good lab documentation practices, sample shipment, logging/organizing incoming samples, and assisting in lab maintenance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage equipment setup and preparation.
- Receive samples, safely perform laboratory tests, and report lab data.
- Prepare sample shipments in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Perform routine procedures, data entry, test methods, and activities on samples and materials that support the development and production of chemical products.
- Essential laboratory techniques include both instrumental methods and wet chemistry
- Supports chemical-related troubleshooting activities.
- Ensures Company resources are used cost-effectively.
- Operates lab equipment and performs chemical analysis and calculations.
- Recognizes problems and is proactive in helping to resolve them.
- Collects data and samples to support product development, production, and regulatory compliance.
- Maintains a clean and safe workspace.
- Maintains the proper QA/QC documentation.
- Maintains chemical inventories as needed.
- Assists with any administrative paperwork necessary for lab operations.
- Order and stock laboratory supplies and equipment.
- Connect and disconnect equipment and perform minor adjustments on lab equipment.
- An associate degree or 2 years of experience in a related field is preferred but not required.
- Experience handling hazardous substances.
- Proficient computer skills and associated software applications to enter and evaluate data and create reports.
- Skilled in problem-solving, analysis, personal time management, and technical capacity.
- Exceptional communication proficiency and focus on teamwork.
- Ability to partner with leadership as needed.
- Mathematical aptitude and possess analytical skills.
- Proficient with MS Office suite.
- Able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.
- Able to act by established safety guidelines and processes.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Employee Acknowledgment
My signature below acknowledges that I have received, read, and understand this job description and that I am expected to consistently demonstrate the essential job duties and core competencies of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I acknowledge that I may be expected to perform additional tasks and projects as assigned, and I agree to perform such tasks and projects, along with the essential functions of my job, in accordance with the performance standards and expectations set forth by the Company. The Company reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
