Chemistry Lab Technician
Location: Jackson, MI
Contract: 12 months
Schedule: 40 Hours
Pay: $20-22/hour, DOE

The Planet Group is looking for a Chemistry Lab Technician to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 12-months contract, working an onsite/hybrid schedule from Jackson, MI.

Chemistry Lab Technician | Qualifications:

• Customer Service Mindset -- Commitment to professionalism, communication, and customer satisfaction.
• Independent & Teamwork -- Ability to work with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with team members.
• Adaptability -- Comfort with rapidly changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Mechanical Aptitude -- Basic mechanical troubleshooting and corrective action skills.
• Laboratory Skills -- Understanding of scientific principles, water quality measurements, and standard lab procedures.
• Procedure Interpretation -- Ability to interpret and follow detailed chemistry work instructions.
• Sampling Techniques -- Working knowledge of common environmental sampling methods.
• Computer Proficiency -- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and process control software.
• Documentation & Technical Writing -- Ability to manage and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Problem Solving -- Diagnose and resolve equipment, software, and system issues.
• Quality Systems Experience -- (Preferred) Experience applying laboratory quality systems for accreditation compliance.
• Field & Lab Experience -- (Preferred) At least one year of combined environmental sampling and lab testing experience.

• Field Sampling -- Collect groundwater, surface water, and transformer insulating fluid samples in field environments.
• Laboratory Testing -- Support inorganic analysis, waste characterization, and transformer oil testing in a fast?paced chemistry lab.
• Equipment Maintenance -- Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and program electronic, electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic equipment.
• Technical Consultation -- Work with supervisors, engineers, operators, vendors, and service technicians to resolve issues, prioritize work, and provide technical expertise.
• Documentation Management -- Review, edit, develop, and interpret documents, drawings, and reports related to analytical systems and laboratory operations.
• Process Control Support -- Operate and troubleshoot computers, laboratory hardware, and process control software.
• Quality & Compliance -- Apply laboratory quality systems to meet accreditation requirements.
• General Duties -- Perform other related tasks as needed, including design decisions for lab equipment and facility systems.
• Travel & Scheduling -- Meet travel requirements and work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Physical Tasks -- Lift and move materials up to 10 lbs regularly and up to 40 lbs occasionally; perform standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and other physical motions.