What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at The Goodkind Co, a Certified B-Corp?
Shift: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Overview
Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, the Raw Material Lab Technician is responsible for testing and disposition of incoming raw materials (chemical) to ensure they meet quality, safety, and production standards. This includes but is not limited to organoleptic and quantitative lab testing of raw materials and investigations related to raw materials.
About Us
Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products. Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.
Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. Goodkind believes by following this central multi-stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.
Core Responsibilities
Qualifications Needed
Overview
Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, the Raw Material Lab Technician is responsible for testing and disposition of incoming raw materials (chemical) to ensure they meet quality, safety, and production standards. This includes but is not limited to organoleptic and quantitative lab testing of raw materials and investigations related to raw materials.
About Us
Founded in 2010 and based in the Austin area, Goodkind is a leading manufacturer of clean and green personal care and beauty products. Goodkind specializes in natural deodorant, skincare, and facial care products. The company has a wealth of experience in the formulation of these products and can develop according to a variety of guidelines from consumer organizations such as Ecocert to EWG, to retailers such as Credo or Sephora.
Goodkind is a certified B Corporation. As such, we balance purpose and profit, considering the impact of decisions across associates, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. Goodkind believes by following this central multi-stakeholder approach, we are creating optimal value for each stakeholder while leaving the world a better place.
Core Responsibilities
- Safety & Compliance: Adhering to safety protocols, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), and managing safe sampling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials
- Sampling and Sample Testing: Sample raw materials using aseptic techniques. Independently perform routine testing (organoleptic, wet chemistry, physical testing) on incoming raw materials
- Equipment Maintenance: Onboarding, verification/validation, cleaning, calibrating, and troubleshooting lab instruments to ensure they remain functional and provide accurate measurements
- Data Management: Accurately documenting test results in lab notebooks and digital systems (lab logs/SAP based ERP) and generating reports for quality control teams. Escalation for Issuance of SCARs and NCRs
- Adhere to and promote Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Good Documentation Practice (GDocP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), CFR Part 11, and ISO 22716 standards
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications Needed
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or a similar scientific field
- Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing or QC lab preferred
- GLP, GMP and GDocP compliant
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25-50 lbs
- Availability to be onsite daily with reliable attendance during work hours
- Consistently meet individual and team goals daily
- Fit Check required prior to start date
- Advanced Instrumentation: Operating and monitoring sophisticated equipment like HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) or GC-HS (Gas Chromatography-Headspace) for detailed chemical profiling desired
- Proficiency with laboratory instruments (e.g., FTIR, particle size analyzer) and basic computer software for data entry
- Excellent Communication Skills (written and verbal communication)
- Strong attention to detail, proficiency with data entry, and familiarity with standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ability to write SOPs and WKIs
- Ability to work cross-functionally across the organization, maintaining a positive and professional attitude
- Ability to stay on task and determine best uses of resources and time