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Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician to join a busy manufacturing laboratory located in McKees Rock, PA. The qualified candidate has the option to convert to a permanent employee after a probationary period.

Position Overview:

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for the processing of samples delivered to the laboratory in a safe, effective, and

efficient way. The Lab Technician will also be responsible for receiving and responding to telephone calls during their shift.

Client Overview:

Join a company with a proud 90-year legacy of excellence, innovation, and stability. The client operates in two of the nation's busiest ports, Pittsburgh and the Greater New York Harbor and serves top-tier oil and chemical producers around the world. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a close-knit, experienced workforce that takes pride in delivering precision, quality, and trusted service. Here, your expertise is appreciated, your contributions matter, and your career can grow with a company that’s built to last.

Principle Duties And Job Responsibilities:

• Perform all required manufacturing tests as outlined in the Laboratory Procedures Manual including but not limited to:
  • Receiving samples.
  • Looking up specifications.
  • Setting up required tests according to procedure.
  • Recording all test data.
  • Reporting results to applicable department.
• Determine and adjust Off-Spec Material
• Approve on-test material and communicate the approval to the proper personnel.
• Maintain accurate and legible laboratory quality records for all testing completed including designated Control Charts.
• Maintain files of all inbound C/A’s.
• Participate in quality training programs as required.
  • All technicians will be trained for a minimum of one month for the correct laboratory and testing procedures. Training will include:
    • Quality Policy (Mission Statement)
    • Statistical Process Control --- 5 hour introduction
    • Laboratory Safety
    • Lab Test Methods - all listed in Lab Procedures Manual
    • Telephone Communications
    • Emergency Response --- Police, Fire, Ambulance
    • Waste Disposal
    • Quality Record Keeping
    • Sample Processing
    • Blend Adjustments
    • QC Practices
    • Data Management & Reporting
    • Data Integrity and Improper Influence
    • Hazardous Material Handling
    • Computer Software Introduction
    • Calibration Recognition
• Use statistical methods for reviewing blend data when applicable.
• Operate in a safe manner at all times correcting any unsafe conditions or reporting those unsafe conditions to your supervisor so that a correction can be made.
• Perform housekeeping to keep the laboratory clean and orderly and to maintain a safe and productive environment.
• Occasionally blend a product in the laboratory. Requests for these blends may come from a supervisor or customer.
• Perform switchboard operation using proper telephone etiquette at all times when responding to calls.
• Sample Retention.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Candidate Preferred Profile:

• High school diploma preferred
• Experience in blending, packaging, and shipping services for oil and chemical producers or manufacturing laboratory, or similar highly preferred

Compensation/Benefits/ Shift:

• Pay rate: $24-26/hr
• Full Comprehensive benefits package provided
• 2nd shift from 2pm-11pmET or a floating shift between 1st and 2nd (after training which will include shadowing/working on all three shifts)

About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has more than 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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