Lab Technician - (Maintenance No Per Diem)

The Lab Analyst role reports to the Plant Chemist/Lab Leader as part of the site quality assurance laboratory.

 

The Lab Analyst is responsible for using analytical methods to provide prompt and accurate testing of industrial chemicals for conformance to quality specifications, for operational process control, to fulfill special customer requirements, or in support of troubleshooting or improvement projects.

 

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

 

* Follow all safety rules and actively promote safety through reporting safety observations, performing job safety analyses, completing safety inspections and walkthroughs, participating in safety meetings, etc.
* Directly responsible for understanding, promoting and upholding the Eastman Basic Safety Expectations
* Perform routine testing to determine and report final product quality status to manufacturing
* Perform routine testing to support unit production as specified by the manufacturing units
* Accurately input all data into LIMS system and record test results in a legible manner on designated forms
* Check operation of testing equipment, troubleshoot equipment to identify and/or correct source of problem, and notify the chemist of any abnormalities or maintenance requirements
* Conduct job tasks in a professional manner utilizing good housekeeping practices and laboratory technique

Qualifications

Experience & Education

 

* Minimum of 2 years laboratory experience in an industrial chemical plant or refinery
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Associate's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Technology preferred

 

Job Skills

 

* Proficiency in GC, HPLC, and wet chemistry techniques
* Strong communication and multitasking skills
* Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), LIMS, and EZChrom experience preferred
* Experience with cGMP and ISO 9001 requirements a plus

 

Schedule

 

* Position requires working a 12- hour shift. Current schedule is 5:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; weeks alternate between Mon./Wed./Thurs. and Tues./Fri./Sat./Sun. Successful applicants must be flexible and willing / able to provide overtime coverage when needed (including evenings and holidays) and work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (days and nights) if needed to support business requirements.