Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician:  Carry out sample preparation by operating a cigarette smoking and/or aerosolization machine; collect particulate matter on pads or impingers, and prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis.  Perform routine instrument maintenance and cleaning.Carry out basic laboratory tests such as pH, water activity, weight, moisture, and physicals-testing methods.  Perform routine instrument, balance, and machine maintenance.Carry out additional sample preparation duties such as weighing, digesting, shaking, and dissolving samples in preparation for downstream analytical testing, as assigned.Perform daily laboratory duties to include sample preparation, performing analysis, calculating data, recording/reporting data, performing general housekeeping in alignment with 5S standards, and performing other duties as assigned. Review data, data notebooks, and logbooks to ensure highest qualityMeet all quality and productivity metricsApply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; maintain ISO 17025 quality standards and accreditation for the laboratory.Learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow WIs and SOPs as written, and perform other duties as assignedDemonstrate strong client service skillsProactively plan and maximize productivityDemonstrate strong teamwork and collaborationImplement operational improvementsSupport and promote company policies and proceduresLaboratory Technician:  Carry out sample preparation by operating a cigarette smoking and/or aerosolization machine; collect particulate matter on pads or impingers, and prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis.  Perform routine instrument maintenance and cleaning.Carry out basic laboratory tests such as pH, water activity, weight, moisture, and physicals-testing methods.  Perform routine instrument, balance, and machine maintenance.Carry out additional sample preparation duties such as weighing, digesting, shaking, and dissolving samples in preparation for downstream analytical testing, as assigned.Perform daily laboratory duties to include sample preparation, performing analysis, calculating data, recording/reporting data, performing general housekeeping in alignment with 5S standards, and performing other duties as assigned. Review data, data notebooks, and logbooks to ensure highest qualityMeet all quality and productivity metricsApply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; maintain ISO 17025 quality standards and accreditation for the laboratory.Learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow WIs and SOPs as written, and perform other duties as assignedDemonstrate strong client service skillsProactively plan and maximize productivityDemonstrate strong teamwork and collaborationImplement operational improvementsSupport and promote company policies and procedures