Lab Tech

Job Summary

The Analytical Lab Technician supports Car Care manufacturing operations by performing routine and non-routine analytical testing to ensure raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products meet established quality specifications. This role ensures timely and accurate analytical data to support production, product release, and continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities:?

• Conduct analytical and physical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products following approved test methods.

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments such as pH meters, viscometers, and FTIR.

• Accurately document test results in laboratory databases in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.

• Support manufacturing troubleshooting by providing analytical data, insights, and timely feedback.

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, manage chemical inventory, and ensure adherence to all safety and environmental procedures.

• Participate in method verifications, instrument qualifications, and process improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate closely with Production Teams, Product Engineers, and the Production Manager to ensure timely testing and product release.

• Maintain finished goods retention samples in accordance with the Company’s Quality Policy.

• Escalate analytical or product quality issues to R&D to ensure timely investigation and resolution.

• Support R&D in product testing for new product introductions and process qualifications

Competencies:

• Highly motivated individual with a strong desire to learn.

• Ability to read and follow work instructions and SOPs describing chemistry laboratory procedures.?

• Must be able to operate machinery safely and proficiently

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.?

• Demonstrated ability to work with Excel, Word, SPC for Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, must be flexible to work occasional overtime

Education and /or Experience

• Minimum associate’s degree in chemistry is desired, or related field.

• 1-3 years direct applicable experience in a chemical laboratory in manufacturing environment

• Strong attention to details, organization and documentation

• Located in Solon, OH.

• 5 % Travel or less may be required

  Compensation- $24-$27/hr and includes dental, health and vision benefits
  Senior Project Manager
  Julie Hess
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