Chemical Production Laboratory Tech (Full Time)
Joliet, IL - USA
Job Summary
Summary
This is an entry-level position in our Quality Control & Batch Production Laboratory. The job involves manufacturing small batches of chemical solutions and diagnostic reagents. It also performs quality control testing on in-process and finished product batches.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Produce batches by blending and mixing component ingredients per batch instructions
- Filtering and packaging of finished products
- Perform quality testing of in-process and finished products
- Entry of QC data into laboratory software system
- Maintain and properly use lab equipment (scales analytical balance pH meters spectrophotometer etc.)
- Perform titrations and corresponding calculations
- Maintain inventory of raw materials and laboratory chemicals
- Ensure laboratory work areas glassware tanks and other equipment are clean and promote overall workplace safety
Qualifications :
Qualification requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Previous wet chemistry laboratory experience required - either college or vocational
- HAZMAT awareness training or experience helpful
- Good communication organizational time management & mathematical skills
- Must be dependable reliable and punctual
- Due to the nature of our products annual Influenza vaccinations are required and provided free of charge.
- Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.
Physical demands and abilities
- Regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50lbs.
- Able to work standing for an 8 hour shift
Additional Information :
Compensation and benefits
- Full time 40 hours per week Mon-Fri
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Paid time off (vacation holiday pay sick pay)
- Medical/Dental insurance
- Retirement plan benefit
NO IN-PERSON APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED - APPLY ONLINE ONLY
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Founded in 1976, EKI manufactures and distributes chemicals used in a wide variety of laboratories and industry.