Laboratory Technician Job

Position Summary

We are seeking a Lab Technician to support day-to-day laboratory operations at our Beaumont site. This role is responsible for performing routine and non-routine laboratory testing, maintaining analytical equipment, supporting chemists, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, industrial laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing including:
  • pH, COD, cloud point, appearance, titrations
  • TOC water testing
  • IC analysis
  • GC analysis for sulfur compounds and other process and wastewater samples
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments (e.g., pH meters, IC, GC)
• Prepare reagents, standards, and samples as required
• Properly coordinate, store, and dispose of samples and laboratory waste in compliance with environmental regulations
• Support chemists with method development and validation
• Run instrument standards and report deviations per ISO and internal quality systems
• Accurately record data in Excel spreadsheets and LIMS
• Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) using SAP
• Review and update standard laboratory procedures as needed
• Actively participate in safety, health, and environmental programs and report all incidents or near misses

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts

Preferred:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field
• 3+ years of laboratory experience (industrial or manufacturing environment preferred)
• Experience with GC, IC, TOC, and wet chemistry techniques
• Familiarity with LIMS and SAP systems

Competencies & Skills

• Ability to analyze data and identify trends or discrepancies
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a team environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

Safety & Compliance

• Work in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and TCEQ requirements
• Follow ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time role in a manufacturing-based laboratory
• Opportunity to work with advanced analytical equipment
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and employee engagement
• Collaborative team environment supporting professional growth