Laboratory Technician
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Do you like helping people? Do you like to make people smile? Are you passionate about putting people in a better place? Then you may have what it takes to join our amazing team.
What’s the role
The Laboratory Technician at Shell Polymers Monaca is a key contributor to product quality assurance, responsible for conducting accurate and timely testing of polyethylene products. This role ensures that all materials meet internal specifications and industry standards by operating and maintaining cutting edge laboratory equipment, following established procedures, and documenting results with precision. Working under the guidance of the Laboratory Supervisor, the technician supports 24x7 production operations, contributes to continuous improvement efforts, and upholds safety and quality protocols to help deliver consistent, high-quality products to our customers.
What you’ll be doing
Support Activities - Enabling collaboration, learning, and compliance within the lab and broader organization
Participate in training programs and demonstrate continuous learning of laboratory techniques and quality systems
Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments e.g. Operations to support production and quality objectives
Assist in internal and external audits by providing documentation and demonstrating compliance with quality systems
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance laboratory efficiency and accuracy
Monitor process data and apply technical knowledge to proactively avert product quality issues
Technical Support - Responsibilities focused on technical accuracy, data integrity, and quality assurance
Perform routine and non-routine testing of polyethylene products to ensure compliance with product specifications and quality standards
Accurately document and report test results in accordance with laboratory procedures and data integrity requirements
Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure reliable performance
Follow established analytical methods, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols
Participate in statistical quality control (SQC) monitoring and report any deviations or trends
Support the troubleshooting of product quality issues by providing timely and accurate analytical data
Assist in the preparation and standardization of reagents and reference materials
Adhere to ISO 9001 and site-specific quality management system requirements
Participate in causal investigations if necessary
Operations - Day-to-day tasks that ensure the lab runs smoothly and supports production needs
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in compliance with HSSE policies
Ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned testing to meet production and shipping schedules
Provides input to increase safety, efficiency, and accuracy of Laboratory operations
What we need from you
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than the current employer
Must have High School Diploma, or associate degree in a scientific or technical field; a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred
Experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment is preferred, ideally within the chemical, polymer, or related industry
Hands-on experience with laboratory testing methods, instrumentation, and data documentation
Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001 and statistical quality control (SQC) practices
Experience working in a safety-conscious environment with adherence to HSSE protocols
Exposure to Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and basic computer proficiency for data entry and reporting
Demonstrated ability to work in a 24x7 operational setting, including effective communication across shifts and departments
Understanding of regulatory requirements (HazCom, MSDS, emissions, DOT, etc.)
We're looking for 16 Laboratory Technicians
The base salary range for this position is $70000 – $106000 p
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