What are the responsibilities and job description for the Norlab Laboratory Technician I position at Norco, Inc?
Company Description
Founded in 1948, Norco is headquartered in Boise, Idaho and has more than 70 branches in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Utah and Wyoming. As a family and employee owned company we operate the nation's largest independent gas manufacturer/distributor of welding, safety, medical equipment and supplies. Norco is proud to be among the thousands of privately-owned businesses nationwide that offer their employees a meaningful stake in the business through employee stock ownership (ESOP).
At Norco we share a common mission: "Serving You Better." Treating customers, suppliers and each other with respect and dignity is our top priority. We work hard every day to serve others and create rich lives for our employees, their families, and the communities where we work and live.
Job Description
Norco is currently seeking an individual to fill our Norlab Laboratory Technician I position. The Norlab Laboratory Technician I is responsible for completing analysis of product using established methods and utilizing laboratory process instrumentation. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Operate and maintain process instrument based auto-sampling and analyzer systems
- Recognize problems with and trouble shoot the above mentioned analysis systems
- Perform scheduled calibration or equipment maintenance
- Prepare Certificate of Analysis and labels as required
- Adhere to all established procedures, policies and safety rules
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Perform other tasks as assigned or necessary
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 1 year of college chemistry and/or previous experience in lab operation is preferred
- Previous knowledge of cylinders and gases
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to accurately enter data into computer and acquire a working knowledge of any software
applications necessary to the position - Ability to set up and perform basic algebra
Additional Information
Norco offers a competitive compensation/benefit package, including:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Medical and Dependent Care Flex Accounts (FSA)
- Life Insurance provided at no cost to employee by Norco
- Supplemental Accident, Disease, and Life Insurance options
- Employee Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Wellness Program
- Employee Discount on products sold by Norco
Norco, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Norco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Norco, Inc is a Drug-Free workplace.
