Job Description

Laboratory Technician I

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician will conduct physical and chemical tests using company internal test procedures or reference methods (ASTM, API, etc) as required.

Safety First

· Views safety as a core value and participates in safety meetings as required

· Assures adherence to safety procedures and work instructions in accordance with company protocol

Quality Always

· Assists in proper investigation and root cause analysis for incidents/accidents occurring in the laboratory.

Position Responsibilities

· Performance testing of existing and new products through use of lab testing equipment.

· Prepare lab standard solutions

· Maintain written and electronically stored laboratory records

· Ensure samples for shipment to customers and internally are appropriately labeled, tested and recorded.

· Working with other Quality professionals, assist production records are accurate and completed quickly for maximum production operations.

Communication/Other Duties

· Effectively communicates with associates; excellent English language skills, both oral and written

· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Able to sit and stand for long periods of time

· Able to lift testing equipment and stock solution containers common in the drilling fluids lab

Education and Additional Requirements

· Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science training is preferred

· Quality laboratory experience

· Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the responsibilities of this Job, the employee will be in a typical office environment the majority of the time with moderate noise.

The company offers an attractive compensation and benefits package for the right candidate.

Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.