Laboratory Technician

Full Time Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

JOB-10044682

Anticipated Start Date

August 25, 2025

Location

Monaca, PA

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client, the worlds leading chemical company, operates in chemicals, plastics, performance products, crop protection, and oil and gas. Combining economic success with environmental and social responsibility, their operations span major chemical manufacturing sites, R&D, sales, marketing, supply chain, business development, HR, procurement, and environmental health and safety. Serving a wide range of markets and industries, including automotive, construction, agriculture, aerospace, and personal care, they maintain a diverse presence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Laboratory Technician to join our team. You will be responsible for analytical testing of our latex products including Acrylic Copolymers, Carboxylate Styrene-Butadiene (XSB), and Coater-Ready formulationsto ensure product quality and compliance with manufacturing standards

Job Description

Analytical Testing

• Conduct laboratory analyses to accurately measure physical properties such as pH, viscosity, solids, and particle size distribution (PSD).
• Perform chemical composition testing using analytical techniques including Gas Chromatography (GC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and titration methods.
• Ensure consistent quality control of latex and other chemical products.

Sample Collection

• Collect samples as part of routine operations and support other assigned sampling tasks to meet manufacturing and quality control requirements.

Data Entry & Computer Systems

• Input and retrieve test data using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS IQS), SAP, and other relevant lab software systems to support accurate record-keeping and reporting.

Quality Orientation

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy when performing tests and reporting results.
• Clearly and precisely communicate findings to support product quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Operational Excellence

• Show technical aptitude and commitment to continuous improvement by completing Lean White & Yellow Belt certification within one year of hire.

Teamwork & Communication

• Foster respectful and collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams including logistics, operations, security, and engineering.

Skills Required

• 2 years of chem lab experience, preferably with progressively increasing responsibility.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Associates degree in chemistry, Biology, Metrology, or other science/engineering discipline with a minimum of 6+ months of industrial experience in a QA/QC, R&D, Analytical, or Environmental laboratory setting. Or.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3+ years of relevant industrial laboratory experience in QA/QC, R&D, Analytical, or Environmental laboratories.

Additional Requirements

• Shift Time: 7:30 PM - 7:30 AM

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.