Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Industry: Oil & Gas Manufacturing
Location: Shreveport, LA
Job Type: 12-Month Contract
Pay Rate: $22.00–$23.00/hour

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a  Laboratory Technician to support laboratory operations within the oil and gas manufacturing industry. This role is responsible for performing quality assurance testing, supporting additive selection and fluid design, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, laboratory experience, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance testing on products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Support advanced additive selection and fluid design activities.
• Ensure laboratory deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in clean, safe, and operational condition.
• Dispose of laboratory waste according to established procedures.
• Conduct routine laboratory audits to ensure compliance with quality and operational standards.
• Prepare technical presentations for internal teams and customers.
• Provide technical support to Design/Technical Engineers and Product Champions.
• Perform risk assessments before laboratory tasks to identify and mitigate safety or quality risks.
• Participate in customer Service Quality Meetings and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Quality programs.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all HSE policies.
• Maintain required safety certifications and training.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures, testing methods, and safety protocols.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Relevant education or certification in Chemistry, Biology, Laboratory Science, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, testing equipment, or laboratory software.

Who We Are
SGF Global is an integrated talent solutions provider, offering staffing, recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR), nearshore, and consulting services across a wide range of industries in 35 countries. We're a dynamic, people-first organization where fresh ideas are always welcome. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine passion for helping people grow. At SGF Global, smiles are part of the dress code, and every voice matters.

Company Description

Who We Are\r\nSGF Global is an integrated talent solutions provider, offering staffing, recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR), nearshore, and consulting services across a wide range of industries in 35 countries. We're a dynamic, people-first organization where fresh ideas are always welcome. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine passion for helping people grow. At SGF Global, smiles are part of the dress code, and every voice matters.\r\n\r\nAre you looking to join an organization where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a global impact?\r\n\r\nExplore opportunities\r\nGrow your career\r\nBe part of something global\r\nYour future starts here.