Technician, Lab I

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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Quality

• Conduct routine chemical and physical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using approved methods
• Prepare samples and perform analyses using wet chemistry and instrumental techniques
• Record, review, and report analytical data in systems such as SAP and laboratory logs
• Verify that results meet internal specifications and escalate out-of-specification findings
• Support production by completing testing within required turnaround times on a rotating shift schedule (including early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed)
• Maintain accurate, complete documentation in accordance with quality standards and regulatory expectations
• Support troubleshooting of routine testing and process-related issues in collaboration with production and quality teams
• Operate and monitor laboratory instrumentation, including Gas Chromatographs (GC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), FTNIR analyzers, Titrators, pH meters, viscometers, densitometers, HACH spectrophotometer, and any additional instrumentation used in the quality control labs.
• Perform routine instrument checks, calibrations, and verifications according to established procedures

Environmental Health & Safety

• Follow all site safety procedures, chemical handling protocols, and PPE requirements
• Safely handle and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in compliance with regulations
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or non-compliant behaviors
• Participate in safety initiatives, audits, and incident reporting
• Maintain awareness of environmental and safety impacts related to laboratory activities

Continuous Improvement & Team Support

• Collaborate with lab and production personnel to resolve routine testing or process issues
• Provide input to improve testing efficiency, method reliability, and workflow organization
• Support implementation of updated procedures, methods, and documentation
• Assist with investigations by performing testing related to deviations or quality concerns
• Support implementation of updated procedures, methods, and documentation
• Assist with investigations by performing testing related to deviations or quality concerns

Qualifications:

The role requires a detail-oriented individual capable of performing standardized laboratory tasks in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment. The candidate must be able to work independently during assigned shifts while also collaborating effectively with team members.

• Associate degree in Chemistry or related scientific field required
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred
• 2 years of laboratory or chemical manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience in batch chemical or industrial manufacturing environments preferred
• If there is no formal degree: minimum 8+ years of relevant laboratory experience required

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach.  Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Your Application
 

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html. 

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

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