What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician Assistant position at The Gowan Co.?
Position Summary: The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing various laboratory tasks to support production and quality control. This includes conducting analyses and physical tests on samples, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, and maintaining laboratory equipment and cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, the ability to work well in a team, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Job Status:
- Full-Time
- Hourly
- Non-Exempt
- Reports to: Quality Manager
Role Responsibilities:
- Work as a team with other lab personnel on duty to make sure all necessary tasks are completed correctly and timely.
- Perform in-process testing on particle size and moisture samples. Perform other tests as needed.
- Enter data onto computer spreadsheets and release product that meets customer specifications following testing.
- Communicate with production personnel on failing results or undesirable testing trends.
- Prepare sample retains as instructed on Sample Plans.
- Perform general housekeeping: e.g., clean hoods, scales, benches, etc. Put unneeded items away. Using overhead vacuum system, clean areas that escape routine cleaning such as behind instrumentation, hood gutters, KF Tirino station, obstructed floor areas, etc.
- Make up straws for KF analysis.
- Stock work areas with consumables.
- Calibrate scales in use at the production units at designated intervals.
- Perform assigned tasks in a safe, responsible manner, complying with company and laboratory safety rules.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Education:
- High school Diploma
Experience / Skills / Abilities:
- Speak & write English