Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of experience in a production and/or manufacturing laboratory setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent experience preferred.
- Experience with laboratory instruments is a plus but not required.
- Proficient in mathematics and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication skills.
- Effective problem-solving abilities and the capacity to apply learned knowledge.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Able to work both independently with minimal direction and collaboratively as part of a team.
Preferred
- Basic knowledge of environmental laboratory methods and processes.
Physical Requirements
- This job may occasionally require lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- The position may require detailed hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
- Safety equipment is provided and must be used when there is a risk of exposure to chemicals or hazardous materials.
Working Conditions:
- Work Environment: Laboratory and data processing settings.
- Extreme Conditions: Exposure to low temperatures, including -20°C walk-in freezers and -80°C storage freezers.
- Protective Clothing: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in all laboratory areas.
- Potential Hazards: Risk of injury from open flames, hazardous chemicals, and sharps such as needles.
- Handling of Hazardous Waste – Always manage hazardous waste in compliance with the Chemical Hygiene Plan, relevant SOPs, state and federal regulations, and RCRA requirements.
Additional Information
What we offer (US based-employees):
- Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
- FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
- Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
- Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
- Flexible work options
- Pet Insurance for our furry friends
- Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
- PTO that begins immediately
- Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Company wide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!
Our values
- PASSION
- CURIOSITY
- INTEGRITY
- BRILLIANCE
- RESPECT
Equal opportunities
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership!
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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