Lab Technician Job (Axis (Mobile), AL, United States) chez Arkema

Testing/Technical – 60%

• Utilize a variety of testing methodologies including but not limited to, chemical and physical testing.
• Perform/assist in basic environmental compliance testing to ensure that plant environmental systems are operating properly.
• Evaluate in-process samples to ensure compliance with targets and specifications.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation of all testing work relative to finished product, in-process material, raw materials and environmental compliance.

Production/Process Support – 15%

• Calculate adjustments to the processes based on the obtained data if needed.
• Collaborate with process/production engineers, new product development owners (R&D) and site supervision to provide technical support on special projects, quality and process improvements.
• Provide support to site supervision concerning batches out of specification, chemical operator analytical testing training, raw materials and logistics/accounting of finished products.

Administrative - 25%

• Report test findings in appropriate information systems andensure the analytical equipment is fully functional and properly calibrated
• Order, organize and stock lab supply room to prevent running out of essential materials

The successful candidate will have:

• An associate's degree in chemistry or similar
• 2 years related work experience in a laboratory
• Chemical manufacturing experience, preferred
• Experience with Gas Chromatography, HPLC, Titrations and XRF system preferred
• Good computer skills
• Knowledge of LIMS, SAP and DCS systems strongly preferred
• Postive attitude and strong work ethic
• Decision manking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Team player who can function efficiently across all departments within the plant
• Aptitude to operate and maintain sophisticated analytical instrumentation
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner with hazardous chemicals.