Chemical Technician Jobs in East Saint Louis, IL

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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Chemical Quality Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Quality Control Technician Job Description Join a dynamic chemical manufacturing company as a Quality Control Technician on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is primarily lab-based, performing...

Lab Technician

  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 3 days ago

chemistry color-based titrations....

Lab Tech (Chemistry)

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago

What We're Looking For: Previous lab experience or coursework in a chemistry-related field. Strong attention to detail and commitment to following procedures....

Lab Tech (Chemistry)

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 3 days ago

What Were Looking For: Previous lab experience or coursework in a chemistry-related field. Strong attention to detail and commitment to following procedures....

QC Chemical Lab Technician / Schichtlaborant (m/w/d)

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Die Walter Rau Neusser Ol und Fett AG mit Sitz in Neuss ist Teil der Bunge-Gruppe und einer der fuhrenden Hersteller qualitativ hochwertiger, pflanzlicher Fette und Ole. Unsere erstklassigen...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description Join a dynamic chemical manufacturing company as a Quality Control Technician on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is primarily lab-based,...

Senior Clinical Laboratory Technician - Pathology & Immunology Washington University in St. Louis

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Yarbrough Lab investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments (including routine and novel...

Senior Clinical Laboratory Technician - Pathology & Immunology

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Yarbrough Lab investigates novel diagnostic methods for infectious disease. This position performs research study experiments (including routine and novel...

Chemical Lab Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an experienced Lab Tech for contract-to-hire position with one of our partners in the St. Louis, MO area. If youre passionate about bringing the latest...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Eurofins is the world leader in the food, bio/pharmaceutical product testing. It is also number one in the field of environmental laboratory services and one of the global market leaders in...

Laboratory Technician I

  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (23 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Eurofins Test America is searching for a Laboratory Technician I in St. Louis, MO The Laboratory Technician I, using general laboratory methods, techniques,equipment, and instrumentation in...

Quality Control Technician

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 29 days ago

About Us Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center Washington University in St. Louis

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated individual to join the Molecular Specimen Processing Group within the Tissue Procurement Core...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Siteman Cancer Center

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Siteman Cancer Center is seeking an organized and motivated individual to join the Molecular Specimen Processing Group within the Tissue Procurement Core...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Obstetrics and Gynecology Washington University in St. Louis

  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (3 miles from East Saint Louis, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Position performs routine and/or special assays on blood and body fluids. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Human biospecimen...

Demographic Data for East Saint Louis, IL

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in East Saint Louis, IL

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in East Saint Louis, IL 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 East Saint Louis, IL
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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