Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

JOB-10044641

Anticipated Start Date

August 18, 2025

Location

Washington, NJ

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client, the world’s leading chemical company, operates in chemicals, plastics, performance products, crop protection, and oil and gas. Combining economic success with environmental and social responsibility, their operations span major chemical manufacturing sites, R&D, sales, marketing, supply chain, business development, HR, procurement, and environmental health and safety. Serving a wide range of markets and industries, including automotive, construction, agriculture, aerospace, and personal care, they maintain a diverse presence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Laboratory Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting a variety of analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and final products to ensure compliance with internal specifications and industry standards. This role involves working with a range of laboratory instrumentation and software systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Description

• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) to test raw materials, in-process, and finished goods samples.
• Calculate and record test results on worksheets, report forms, and in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Interpret routine laboratory results and notify Laboratory Supervision of questionable results.
• Hazardous waste management activities, managing the accumulation, labeling, inspection and storage of hazardous waste generated by the Laboratory. Basic emergency response as it applies to laboratory hazardous waste spills.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations in the plant and laboratory areas and participate in all EHS programs at the site.
• Conduct a variety of other functions necessary of a Quality Technician to maintain effective and efficient plant operations. Work shift schedule or overtime, as required, or upon assignment.

Skills Required

• Prior experience with wet chemistry and analytical instrumentation preferred
• Willing to consider recent graduates (within 12 mos) with no experience.
• 0-3 years of laboratory experience, or equivalent experience, preferably in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment.
• General knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment, including wet and analytical chemistry.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, RCMS, and European Federation of Cosmetic Ingredients (EFfCI) standards a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft word and Excel.
• Shift: M-F 7 AM - 3:30 PM

Education

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field

Additional Requirements

• Experience with SAP and LabWare a plus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.