Laboratory Technician

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

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https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform in-process, raw material, and final product testing according to established methods and quality standards.
• Document all analyses clearly and accurately in laboratory notes and electronic databases including SAP.
• To have a working knowledge of the following techniques and equipment: FTNIR, KF Titration systems, Coulometry, Calorimetry and Spectrometry.
• Sampling of material from manufacturing facility and observation and documentation of select manufacturing equipment in the plant.
• Perform instrument calibration, standardization, and routine maintenance according to SOPs.
• Monitor and manage laboratory hazardous waste streams, ensuring proper labeling, collection, and disposal per regulatory and company requirements.
• Participate in lab housekeeping, ensuring a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicates test results promptly to production and quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in analytical accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
• Perform all supportive lab duties and extra assigned work required to maintain effective and efficient laboratory services in order to ensure production and shipment of quality products from the plant.

REQUIREMENTS

• Four-year degree in natural science (e.g. Chemistry, Biology) with laboratory classes; or two-year degree in a natural science with laboratory classes (e.g. Chemistry, Biology) and 2 years of laboratory work experience.
• Able to work 12 hour shifts on rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Mathematics, communication, computer, and organizational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and communicate results of routine and nonroutine tests.
• Working knowledge of laboratory safety, hazardous waste management, and strict adherence to written procedures and SOPs.
• Laboratory and production facility setting involving exposure to chemicals and lab equipment.
• Must follow all company safety policies, including the use of required PPE.
• May involve standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Commitment to elevating safety and environmental compliance.

COMPENSATION DETAILS

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).

Pay: $28.41 per hour to start. Potential for increase after probation and training completion.

Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. Benefits included, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) savings plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

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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