Lab Technician Job

Lab Technician Job

Location:

Calumet City, IL, United States

Employment Type: Regular

Category: Production / Operations

Posting Date: Aug 10, 2026

J ob title: Lab Technician (Wage $41.34/hour with a 4% annual bonus potential)

Situation in organization: This position reports to the QEHS Manager.

Job dimensions: This position performs quality testing on raw materials, intermediates and final products utilizing analytical methods and instrumentation, in addition to performing quality testing and interpreting results for special projects.

Activities:Daily Lab Operations (70 %)Perform analytical procedures proficiently and interpret the results.Perform routine quality control and process control testing.Participate in special projects.Perform adhesives performance testing accurately and timely.Proper and safe handling and disposal of hazardous chemical wastes and non-hazardous lab wastes.Maintain inventory of reagents, gases, etc.Utilize the iLIMS for database documentation.Provide and track lab training.Maintain clean and safe work conditions reporting problem areas to Management.Perform housekeeping duties according to the ZIC program.Participate in developing ways to optimize the plant process and chemistry to improve productivity and profitability.Attend applicable seminars, conferences, and training programs as requested.SAP data entry.Understand ISO standard and participate in annual internal auditing.Other duties or training as required or requested.Materials Handling (10 %)Maintain current knowledge of safe chemical handling procedures and Safety Data Sheets for final products, raw materials and chemicals used in the laboratory.Proper handling and disposal of glassware contaminates and samples.Demonstrate ability to perform hazard analysis of new chemicals brought into the facility.Equipment, Basic Care and Maintenance (20%)Operation of equipment necessary to perform in-process and final product testing.Ensure all equipment is calibrated and functional.Perform basic care routines and repairs, in depth troubleshooting including equipment cleaning, lubrication, and condition monitoring.Understand NIST standards and the impact on calibration.

Context and environment:Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements.Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Bostik(e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.).Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents.Ensure all incidents are reported and appropriately investigated and corrective actions implemented.Observe safe work practices in performing all duties at all times and maintain standards of excellence in housekeeping.Conform to all iGMP and SOP guidelines.

Accountabilities:Good communications skills in English, both written and verbal.Critical thinking and data analysis skills.In depth troubleshooting abilities.Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.Ability to work independently.Ability to work with cross-functional teams and support other departments.Qualifications / experience requiredBS degree in a related field or equivalent laboratory experience.Ability to work rotating shifts or other hours as required.Computer experience with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.Working knowledge of SPC/SQC.Ability to climb stairs and lift up to 50 pounds.

Arkema's Exceptional benefit plan details are available at benefits.arkema.com

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We thrive asOne Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

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