Lab Technician

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.

As a Lab Technician in Rochester, NY, you will play a vital role in supporting laboratory operations that ensure product quality, safety, and innovation. You will contribute to the success of our business by delivering accurate analytical results, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining high standards of laboratory excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact manufacturing efficiency and customer satisfaction while supporting Arxada’s continued growth.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of test results in compliance with internal and regulatory standards

• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, ensuring calibration and proper functioning

• Support quality control processes by identifying deviations and collaborating on root cause investigations

• Follow all safety, health, and environmental procedures, fostering a culture of safe laboratory practices

• Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D teams to support continuous improvement initiatives

• Prepare reagents, standards, and samples in accordance with established methods

• Contribute to maintaining laboratory organization, cleanliness, and compliance with audit requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field

• Previous laboratory experience in a manufacturing, chemical, or quality control environment is preferred

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate and reliable data

• Familiarity with standard laboratory techniques and analytical instrumentation

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and communicate effectively

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

• Basic computer skills and experience with laboratory data systems or documentation tools

Benefits & Conditions:
The expected salary range for this role is $20.00-$25.00 hourly, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.

This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas: 

• Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

• Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.