Chemical Technician Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

A Chemical Technician, in the chemistry industry, is an essential professional responsible for performing experiments, running laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and compiling results for data analysis. They use techniques such as analytical, physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry to conduct these tests. These professionals also assist chemists and chemical engineers in research, development, and production. They have a host of duties including preparing chemical solutions, testing product durability, and documenting their findings for future reference. In the production process, they also monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

To be a successful Chemical Technician, one must have a strong background in chemistry and other sciences, good analytical skills, and attention to detail. Important certifications include a degree in Chemical Technology or a related field and an optional certification from the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS certification provides a standard of excellence recognized by many employers. Potential job roles a person may have before becoming a Chemical Technician include Laboratory Assistant, Quality Control Analyst, or Research Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience in conducting experiments, handling lab equipment, and dealing with chemical substances.

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Quality Control Technician

  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Senior Quality Control Technician SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, the Senior Quality Control Technician oversees and inspects products to ensure standards are met, and/or repairs in the shop...

Laboratory Technician, Entry

  • Burbank, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burbank, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Laboratory Technician, Entry Laboratory Technician, Entry On-Site locations USA - Burbank R D Center time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR256452 As a Lab Technician...

Field Laboratory Technician

  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Our client, a global leader in providing tech and tools for health, science, and environmental testing is hiring a Lab Engineer to join their team in Pasadena, California! *This is a 6 month W2...

Quality Control Technician

  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Assist with wet chemistry testing. Call production holds when products are out of specification. Follow HACCP programs....

1st Shift - Chemical Lab Technician

  • Brea, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brea, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

1st Shift - Chemical Lab Technician 4AM-230PM Qualifications: Ability to work in a production environment with unusual conditions with constant changes in temperature, wetness, different levels of...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products...

Lab Tech - Clinical Lab

  • Encino, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Encino, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Encino Hospital Medical Center is a 150-bed state-of-the-art hospital located in Encino, California. Its multi-disciplinary staff consists of 330 physicians and 520 professional support...

Quality Control Technician - Irvine Plant

  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 13 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Fills all QC related paperwork tracking procedures, temperatures, times, and transfers between storing-decanting-prepping-cooking-packing-chilling- master casing-palletizing and final...

Quality Control Technician

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 20 days ago

Job Description : Quality Control Technician Huntsman is seeking a Quality Control Technician supporting the Advanced Materials Division located in Los Angeles, California. This position will...

Quality Lab Technician

  • Irwindale, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Irwindale, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Performs analysis ranging from basic wet chemistry, sampling and plating to advanced testing Monitors, calibrates, troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment....

Quality Control Technician

  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Quality Control Technician Direct Edge Media, Inc. - 3.0 Anaheim, CA Job Details Full-time $18 - $35 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications English Mid-level High school diploma or GED Math Quality...

Quality Control Technician

  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held California-based corporation and a leader in developing innovative, market-driven products for the transmission of digital multimedia...

Quality Control - Technician -Nights

  • Hawthorne, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Starting pay is $22.18 OT Eligible Hours 10:00pm-6:30am Monday-Friday Position Summary: Performs all required testing on production batches, batches packaged for customers and incoming raw...

Quality Control Technician

  • Pomona, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Quality Control Technician#25-54357 $22-$24 per hour Pomona, CA All On-site Job Description The position of QC Technician II is within our Toxicology Business Unit located in CA. This position...

Quality Control Technician 1

  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 28 days ago

DatamanUSA is looking for a Quality Control Technician 1 for our direct client based in CA. This is a great opportunity for someone who is a quick learner with excellent people skills. Job...

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chemical Technicians in Los Angeles, CA
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
33.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
11.7%
4-6 years
1.8%


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