Lab Technician

Astro Pak is the nation's leading precision cleaning and passivation contractor specializing in on-site cleaning of high purity gas and fluid systems, as well as precision cleaning of components and hardware at the company’s Cleanroom facilities. Astro Pak provides services to over 15 sectors including: Data Centers, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Semiconductor, and other selected Industrial markets. The company, founded in 1959, has performed on-site precision chemical cleaning in every State of the Union as well as several projects in Asia, continental Europe, England, Ireland and Mexico.

Are you detail-oriented and enjoy working in a laboratory environment where quality and accuracy are critical? Astro Pak is seeking a Laboratory Technician I to support our laboratory operations by preparing chemicals, collecting samples, maintaining cleanroom standards, and assisting with cleanliness verification testing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory or cleanroom experience who takes pride in following precise procedures and delivering high-quality work.

What You'll Do

As a Laboratory Technician I, you'll play an important role in supporting laboratory testing and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect samples for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare and safely handle laboratory solvents and chemicals.
• Support Chemists and Laboratory Technicians with cleanliness verification processes.
• Maintain lot traceability and serialization of customer parts.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory consumable inventory.
• Perform particle count and Non-Volatile Residue (NVR) testing throughout cleanroom environments.
• Conduct monthly facility and cleanroom inspections.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization in accordance with Class 5 cleanroom standards.
• Assist production teams with cleaning and packaging activities as needed.
• Support other departments and technicians as business needs require.
• Follow all safety, quality, compliance, and training requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.
• Ensure work complies with applicable U.S. Export Control regulations.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in a cleanroom and/or laboratory environment with wet chemistry preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following documented procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Basic math skills, including ratios, percentages, and measurements.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to meet U.S. Export Control requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear a respirator when required.
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and short-notice call-ins as business needs require (approximately 10–20% overtime).

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a Class 5 cleanroom and laboratory environment. Team members should be comfortable working around:

• Laboratory chemicals and solvents.
• Wet or humid indoor conditions.
• Moderate to occasionally high noise levels.
• Moving mechanical equipment.
• Strong odors associated with laboratory processes.

Why Join Astro Pak?

At Astro Pak, quality isn't just a standard—it's the foundation of everything we do. Our team supports some of the world's most advanced industries by delivering precision cleaning and contamination control solutions. We invest in our employees through hands-on training, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for career growth.

If you're looking for a career where your attention to detail and commitment to quality make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Astro Pak Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), age (40 or older), national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We will reasonably accommodate applicants or employees with disabilities, and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.