Job Posting: Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech)

Location: Madison Heights, Michigan
Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Work Setting: Analytical Laboratory

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support analytical testing, laboratory equipment maintenance, and project activities in a fast-paced laboratory environment in Madison Heights, Michigan.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in chemistry, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to perform analytical testing while maintaining accurate documentation and following established safety and quality standards. This role involves maintaining analytical equipment, supporting laboratory methods, preparing customer reports, and collaborating with project teams to deliver reliable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and perform routine upkeep of analytical laboratory equipment.

• Maintain and follow established analytical methods, procedures, and testing protocols.

• Perform laboratory testing and wet chemistry procedures to support project requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to complete assignments efficiently and accurately.

• Prepare customer reports, maintain project documentation, and support project portfolio management.

• Communicate with customers and internal stakeholders through written correspondence, presentations, and project updates.

• Follow corporate standards for laboratory safety, housekeeping, quality, and compliance.

• Maintain digital records and laboratory systems, including Microsoft Office applications, LIMS, and statistical analysis programs.

• Ensure accurate data collection, analysis, documentation, and reporting.

• Maintain an organized laboratory environment and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry preferred, with prior laboratory experience strongly desired.

• Previous experience working in an analytical laboratory is highly desirable.

• Strong wet chemistry skills, including:

  • Titration

  • Filtration

  • Dilution

  • Extraction

  • Gravimetric analysis

• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation, including GC-FID, ICP, ion chromatography (IC), and scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM/EDS), is desirable.

• Experience using pH meters and specific ion electrode meters.

• Strong chemical mathematics and analytical problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with computers and laboratory data systems.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and customers.

Compensation

$27.00 per hour

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Gain hands-on experience with analytical laboratory equipment and testing methods.

• Contribute to laboratory projects and customer deliverables.

• Develop technical skills in wet chemistry, instrumentation, and laboratory data systems.

• Work collaboratively with laboratory and project professionals.

• Apply your scientific knowledge in a quality-focused laboratory environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws.

Pay Details: $27.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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