Chemical Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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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Laboratory Technician

  • Goose Creek, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Goose Creek, SC
  • 2 days ago

Quality Assurance Technician Job Description The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for the execution and support of all tasks related to Operational and System Quality Assurance as...

Laboratory Technician

  • Piedmont, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Piedmont, SC
  • 3 days ago

Performs test using appropriate equipment such as tensile testing equipment, gas chromatography, Accelerated Solvent Extractor (ASE) and other miscellaneous test equipment....

Job Description Summary 2nd shift Full Time Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Technologist (MT/CLS) needed to join our MUSC/Florence family! Entity Medical University Hospital Authority...

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program Director

  • Beaufort, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Beaufort, SC
  • 6 days ago

The Program Director for the Medical Lab Tech is responsible to the Dean of Health Sciences for the organization, administration, instruction, evaluation, continuous quality improvement,...

Laboratory Associate I

  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Summary Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC000494 CHS - Lab Central Receiving (Main) Pay Rate Type...

Chemical Technician

  • Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 9 days ago

Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik: https ://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/ The Chemical Technician monitors and operates equipment in the production...

Laboratory Technician

  • SC
  • 10 days ago
  • SC
  • 10 days ago

Laboratory Technician page is loaded Laboratory Technician locations SP Red Hill time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id J013080 Laboratory Technician Location: SP Red...

Chemical Technician 3rd Shift

  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago

CompX National is hiring a Chemical Technician on our 3^rd^ shift.Visit the following link to learn more about CompX National:CompX National - CompX Security ProductsBe part of our CompX National team...

Laboratory Technician, Fine Chemicals

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 11 days ago

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken...

QA Lab Technician

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 12 days ago

Job Family Group: Quality Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve peoples lives? Meet Ingevity. At Ingevity, we...

ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist MLT / MT

  • Ladson, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Ladson, SC
  • 14 days ago

Exciting Opportunity for Medical Laboratory Technicians / Medical Technologists - Relocate to Beautiful South Carolina! Are you a talented Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist...

Medical Laboratory Technician - ASCP

  • Blenheim, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Blenheim, SC
  • 14 days ago

Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Opportunity MLR Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and certified Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to...

Medical Laboratory Technician - ASCP

  • Hamer, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Hamer, SC
  • 14 days ago

Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Opportunity MLR Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and certified Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to...

Quality Control Technician

  • Greenville, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 16 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We’re looking for Quality Control Technicians, based out of Greenville, SC, to join our team and...

Chemist-Lab Tech HPLC LCMS GCMS Expert

  • Aiken, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 20 days ago

Development Chemistry Metrology GCMS LCMS HPLC Chromatography Spectrometry Metrologist Validation _....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Chemical Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Discovering Science: Chemical Products
For centuries natural materials have been used by people to meet their daily needs. Discover how scientists are using their knowledge of the molecular structure of naturally occurring compounds to...
Physico/Chemical Processes of Environmental Engineering
Students will learn fundamental principles of physico/chemical processes that are commonly used by Environmental Engineers. Emphasis will be on fundamental concepts, so as to prompt their...
Chemical Thermodynamics II: Equilibrium and Kinetics
Discover the flow of energy at a fundamental physical level, and learn how to approach multi-component systems as they evolve with time. Chemical Thermodynamics II: Equilibrium and Kinetics is an...

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in South Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.2%
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 South Carolina
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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