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Lab Technician

SustainableHR PEO & Recruiting
Whitewater, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Now Hiring: Lab Technician


We are looking for a Lab Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for performing analytical testing, ensuring material quality, and supporting quality control efforts. If you have experience in laboratory testing, strong problem-solving skills, and a detail-oriented mindset, we encourage you to apply.


Position Summary

To determine mixed compound acceptance based on analytical tests including rheology, durometer, specific gravity, tensile, elongation, modulus and viscosity testing as defined on documented work instructions.


Essential Duties/Responsibilities

  • Run tests (rheology, durometer, specific gravity, tensile, elongation, modulus, and viscosity) to determine material properties and determine if passing according to customer requirements.
  • Measure and add final batch chemicals to the test sample on the lab mill.
  • Collect test results using a network of computers to generate a final test report for each batch.
  • Document test failures, place on hold and communicate with the Quality Manager for final disposition.
  • Responsible for product audits, as required.
  • Support Strategic and Quality goals.
  • Perform any other project/task as assigned by Management.


Education, Skills, and Experience Requirements

  • Associate Degree in related field, preferred. Experience may be considered in lieu of education.
  • Two (2) years’ laboratory testing experience, desired.
  • Must have math analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently in support of shift priorities.
  • Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to facilitate cross-functional results.
  • Good computer/systems skills – MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook).
  • Good cooperation and collaboration skills.
  • Attention to detail, high energy, self-motivated and self-reliant.
  • Organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to interact well in a team environment with all personality types.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.


Physical Demands

  • Physical demands for this position include the ability to sit, stand, and walk for most of the workday depending on the tasks at hand.
  • The Associate may be required to lift up to 25 lbs.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Work Environment

  • This position will work in a lab environment, with potential for occasional visits to the production area as needed.
  • This position has potential exposure to light dust, fumes, and noise from the production area.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the Associate for this job.
  • The employer has the right to modify essential job functions, physical demands of the job and job qualifications at any time.

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