Lab Tech

Title: Lab Tech I Location: Valparaiso, IN Pay: $23.55 per hour Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM Overview Duties include sampling, testing, measuring, and analyzing results related to raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. Coordinates with Production to maintain product quality. Responsible for lab equipment repairs, calibrations, and standardizations. Provides technical support to other business lines as needed. Maintains a clean and orderly lab and office area. Performs other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions Working safely, following all plant rules, reporting all near misses and unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Keeping work areas clean and organized. Monitoring equipment condition and communicating any deficiencies to the supervisor. Perform laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data in all test systems that support all manufacturing processes. Test systems include: Physical, Chemical, Magnetic, Chemical Purity, Color, Microbial. Carry out routine tasks accurately and follow strict procedures to carry out analysis. Maintain, repair, and operate standard laboratory equipment. Prepare chemicals, solutions, and reagents as required. Maintain accurate databases and records: QI analyst, Lab notebooks, Other (Excel files, etc). Maintain quality standards for testing and sampling: Proper labeling Proper documentation Proper distribution Proper testing Ensure the laboratory is well‑stocked and resourced. Assist with troubleshooting/maintaining test systems. Assist in test method development. Assist R&D effort. Assist with sample requests (sample gathering and SRF completion). Assist in the training of new personnel. Adhere to safety and environmental regulations. Assist with production and process control functions as needed. Completes any and all other duties, as required or assigned. Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required, or successfully pass a pre‑employment screening test. Prefer 2 years’ experience in an industrial lab setting. Demonstrate an understanding of laboratory operations. Experience using MS Office (Excel, Word). Benefits We offer a range of market‑competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability benefits, 401(k) with match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary. Equal Employment Opportunity It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sun Chemical Corporation