Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician

Seeking a Laboratory Technician to join a company in the Greater Pittsburgh area.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct analyses by employing atomic spectroscopy, x-ray fluorescence, electrochemical, wet chemical, mechanical testing, LECO and metallography techniques.
• Choosing appropriate equipment, standards and methods for analysis.
• Check equipment for correct operation and report malfunctions to supervision.
• Perform calibrations and check calibrations, as needed.
• Analyze samples, evaluate results and respond appropriately.
• Locate references for conducting analyses.
• Maintain laboratory equipment & inventory.
• Obtain representative samples for analysis.
• Prepare, label and store samples and materials appropriately.
• Know the major use and general characteristics of materials used.
• Dispose of materials and samples.
• Classify chemicals according to reactivity.
• Identify incompatible chemicals and specific categories of hazardous chemicals.
• Use chemical reference handbooks.
• Know how to access information regarding chemicals.
• Troubleshoot causes of nonconformance and equipment failure.
• Modify and develop testing methods with supervisor's approval.
• Locate references for additional methods.
• Conduct minor repairs on equipment.
• Identify problems that need service from an outside source.
• Apply principles of AA and emission spectroscopy and mechanical testing to duties.

Required:

• BS Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related.
• Previous laboratory experience from education or industry