Lab Technician

Join Silgan Containers as a Lab Technician in Brookfield, WI. NEW GRADS WELCOME! Why Silgan: At Silgan, we support our employees with stability and growth opportunities. Excellent pay with annual merit increases. Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Additional benefits such as pet insurance, wellness programs, and online workout options. 401k retirement plan with dollar for dollar company match. Paid vacation, holidays, and tuition reimbursement. Long term stability with opportunities for advancement and career growth. A culture that values safety, innovation, and promoting from within. What You Will Do: Performing routine and complex testing to evaluate container integrity and product interactions. Using microscopes and conducting destructive and non-destructive tests to determine shelf life. Supporting R&D projects, quality confirmations, and complaint investigations related to corrosion, discoloration, flavor issues, and spoilage. Applying written safety procedures and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe work environment with established standards and guidelines. Collecting, interpreting, and reporting data accurately and professionally. Maintaining lab equipment, ordering supplies, and ensuring a safe, clean work environment. Assisting with training, providing backup support to team members, and participating in facility tours. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in science, laboratory or related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively. Physical capability to lift up to 40 lbs and work seated or standing for extended periods. Comfort with repetitive motions, chemical and solvent exposure, and occasional high-noise or biohazard environments. Ability to travel as needed for training and business activities. LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis. Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug-free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Silgan Containers Mfg Corp