Lab Technician

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional andindustrial marketsis seeking aLab Technician! This role is responsible for making measurements, performing routine quantitative and qualitative biological chemical analytical tests, researching technical literature and evaluating old processes.

What's in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

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What You Will Do:

• Assists in development of formulations fora variety ofapplications
• Responsible for all steps of routine experimentation including sample prep, equipment orientation, instrument control, data processing, and analysis
• Conducts product performance and field testing
• Approves, holds, and/or rejects products based on laboratory analysis versus specifications
• Ensures compliance to current regulatory requirements, following GMP guidelines for data reporting, and preparation of validation protocols, raw data generation, and final reports
• Conducts reexamination of borderline results, research technical literature and communicates opportunities for process improvements
• Multi-tasks between many projects to ensure the various completion deadlines are met
• Recommends testing parameters, completes experiments and project work as assigned
• Provides analytical and technical support for quality related product investigations
• Completes data reviews for out-of-specification test results issuing SPC charts of historical results
• Optimizes and recommends lab improvements to support 5S initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Location: Ellwood City, PA
• Work Week/Shift: Monday - Friday, rotating through 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts (11PM - 7AM, 3PM - 11PM, 7AM - 3PM)
• Compensation: $27.00 / hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree inChemistry, an applied science, or related technical discipline
• 1 year of Laboratory Technician experience or closely related experience
• No Immigration Sponsorship availablefor this opportunity

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to pass a drug screenand physical exam

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong background in scientific skills and lab analysis
• Bachelor's degree in applied science at an established college or university
• Experience working with/supporting ISO 9001 regulations
• Must be familiar with laboratory safety procedures/regulations
• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills

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