Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for conducting laboratory tests analyzing samples maintaining equipment documenting results and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of laboratory activities in accordance with industry standards and safety protocols. The ideal candidate must possess hands-on experience in laboratory operations sample preparation quality control testing and compliance with health safety and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests on samples such as materials chemicals biological specimens or environmental elements depending on project requirements.
  

• Prepare label and process samples for testing ensuring proper handling and storage as per standard laboratory procedures.
  

• Operate calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments equipment and analytical tools to ensure precision.
  

• Record and interpret test results maintaining accurate documentation and generating analytical reports.
  

• Conduct quality control checks and ensure test results meet regulatory and operational standards.
  

• Support senior laboratory personnel in experimental procedures research activities and process improvements.
  

• Adhere to laboratory safety policies chemical handling guidelines PPE usage and waste disposal regulations.
  

• Monitor inventory levels of laboratory supplies chemicals and reagents and raise requisitions when required.
  

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs or maintenance as necessary.
  

• Ensure compliance with ISO OSHA and other relevant laboratory quality and safety standards.
  

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Laboratory Science Microbiology Chemistry Biotechnology or a related discipline.
  

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a laboratory technician in industrial clinical chemical or research laboratories.
  

• Proven experience in laboratory testing procedures equipment handling and data reporting.
  

Skills Required

• Proficiency in laboratory instrumentation testing methodologies and sample processing techniques.
  

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret test results with high accuracy.
  

• Practical understanding of laboratory safety protocols quality control standards and regulatory compliance.
  

• Familiarity with laboratory software LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems) and digital documentation.
  

• Effective communication skills for report writing and technical coordination.
  

• Strong attention to detail accuracy and ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  

• Time management and multitasking abilities to handle multiple assignments simultaneously.