What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Lab Technician position at Murray Resources?
A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking a QC Lab Technician to ensure product quality and compliance through precise testing and analysis. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with expertise in analytical chemistry and a strong understanding of laboratory protocols. Working collaboratively, the new team member will enhance operational quality by performing quality testing, ensuring compliance with laboratory protocols, and supporting continuous operations while adhering to safety regulations and meeting critical deadlines.
Location : Baytown, TX
Type of Position : Temp-to-Hire
Salary : $30-40 / hr
Responsibilities :
Monitor chemical processes and test quality of hazardous and non-hazardous raw, wet, and blended material safely with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced laboratory.
Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
Perform routine calibrations, maintenance, and troubleshooting as needed.
Manage samples and lab resources, record data, run analysis, and track workflow with a high level of accuracy.
Ensure reliability of all day-to-day laboratory operations.
Comply with all environmental, health, safety and hygiene related best practices, policies, and procedures, including process safety management (PSM).
Develop laboratory processes, procedures, and best practices, and drive process improvements involving the lab.
Maintain a safe working environment in the laboratory by following established company health, safety and chemical hygiene requirements.
Conduct inspections and audit safety programs to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, report and escalate any issues as needed to management.
Diligently adhere to and fulfill all Responsible Care® requirements, demonstrate a steadfast commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and ethical practices in all aspects of your position within the organization.
Perform other laboratory related duties as required.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific field
Three or more years of experience working in an industrial laboratory environment or related industrial chemical manufacturing work environment
Must have strong knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry, chemical analysis, and the physical analysis of raw materials
Must comprehend the calibration and operation of analytical equipment in a laboratory setting
LIMS system set up experience and new laboratory set up experience is preferred
Must be willing and able to work a Dupont rotating work schedule with 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends
Mechanical aptitude and good powers of observation required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with impeccable attention to detail
Excellent MS Office skills with advanced level proficiency in Excel
Ability to adapt easily in response to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
Ability to make decisions using discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance related to the lab
Must be able to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks and prioritize simultaneously
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Teams, and Laboratory Information Management System software
Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to work in a hot, cold, dusty, and noisy industrial environment, perform work in tight or closed-in spaces at times with occasional exposure to various chemicals
Ability to wear necessary personal protection equipment (PPE) like hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, and other PPE required by specific jobs
Standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25lbs. at times may be required
Ability to tolerate stress created by interruptions, multiple tasks, and loud noises while performing duties with a high level of efficiency
Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.
Salary : $30 - $40
