Laboratory Technician

Job Overview Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a QC/QA Laboratory Technician to join our Ashland Specialty Ingredients business at our Assonet, MA location. This is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Quality function. This position will report to the QC Laboratory Supervisor. Benefits Team recognition rewards Sponsored lunches and monetary incentives based on performance Comprehensive benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision) 401(k) plan with company match Rotating shift – 14 days off per month Responsibilities Perform routine tests or experiments within parameters defined by supervisor. Observe and adjust variables as necessary. Operate a wide range of analytical equipment, including GC, HPLC, FTIR, UV/Vis spectrometer, auto-titrators, particle size analyzers, viscometers, pH meters, nitrogen analyzers, etc. Provide analytical support to production operations and become familiar with basic process chemistries to put analytical testing into the proper context. Perform tests and experiments of a non-routine nature in response to production situations or in accordance with supervisor’s instructions. Conduct all observations and adjust variables as instructed, making a variety of specified measurements and manipulations as necessary. Recognize irregularities in equipment, tests, and experiments, bringing them to the attention of the supervisor. Perform minor adjustments and repairs of instruments, mostly under the guidance of the supervisor. Summarize results using appropriate mathematical techniques, maintaining data in appropriate form for interpretation by supervisors. Maintain complete records of work. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field with 0‑2 years of experience; or Associate’s Degree in related field with 1‑4 years of experience; or technical certification/military training in science field with 3‑5 years of experience. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, detail oriented, and communicate within a team. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to analyze problems and recognize the cause of inconsistent or unexpected analytical results. Basic knowledge of LIMS, analytical instrument software, and other databases. Proficient with MS Word and Excel. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must work a rotating shift schedule. Ability to lift/pull/push 50 lbs. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Laboratory Instrument Management. Equal Opportunity Employment Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr