Laboratory Technician
- Benton, AR
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers' waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
- Growth Opportunities: At Arcwood, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
- Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
- Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.
As a Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for performing laboratory testing to provide reliable and analytical services to Operations and customers in a timely manner.Essential Functions & Requirements:
- Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
- Completes material analysis to determine characteristics and waste profiles
- Makes determination of pH, screens for oxidizers, peroxides, cyanides, and sulfides, and identifies fuel and water compatibilities
- Determines heat of combustion (BTU value), total halogens and completes water analysis (by Karl Fischer), percent solids and paint-filter liquids
- Utilizes Company Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Performs compositing, packaging, organizing, and proper disposal of retain and other waste samples
- Stocks and organizes laboratory areas and storeroom with chemicals and laboratory supplies
- Performs instrument checks including refrigerators, balances, hoods, thermometers, and pipettes
- Utilizes and upholds good laboratory practices (e.g. QA/QC, documentation, maintenance/minor repairs, housekeeping, professionalism)
- Maintains ability to assist other laboratory shifts as needed
- Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization
- High-school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Associates / bachelor's degree in a science related field (preferred)
- 2+ years of laboratory experience (required) -OR-
- In lieu of experience, an associates degree in a science related field (required)
- Environmental laboratory experience (preferred)
- Basic computer program knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Excellent time management skills to complete work assignments to expectations
- Ability to utilize a hands-on approach to testing, training and performing equipment maintenance
- Regular and predictable attendance to perform the functions and requirements of this role
Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans & DisabilitiesA post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.