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Lab Technician

Calvert City, KY • On-site

Wacker Chemie AG
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$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform routine analytical and physical tests of raw materials, in-process, final materials, and environmental samples according to established procedures.

  • Conduct standardization, calibration, and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments as needed.

  • Utilize electronic data systems to enter test results, generate Certificates of Analysis, and communicate findings to internal customers.

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician
Job Location (Short): Calvert City, KY, USA, 42029
Posting Start Date: 8/19/26
Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.
To strengthen our team in Calvert City,
we are looking for you as a(n) Lab Technician.
This is Us:
You know us. You just didn't know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on "Creating Tomorrow's Solutions". WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it's protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Lab Technician for our site in Calvert City, KY.
What you will do:
This position is accountable for providing routine analytical and technical support to the Wacker Calvert City Plant. Primarily performs routine analytical tests, instrument preventative maintenance, calibration, and standardization per written analytical procedures and other work instructions. Assist in problem-solving for safety, health, environmental, and product quality improvements under-documented guidelines and supervision. It is the responsibility of each employee to know, understand, and diligently practice our EH&S and Security policies and practices.
  • Conducts routine analytical and physical tests of raw material, in-process, final materials, and environmental samples per established sample schedules and written procedures.
  • Performs non-routine analytical and physical tests in support of technical, engineering, and plant trials
  • Utilizes SAP and other electronic data systems to enter and communicate test results; generates Certificate of Analysis and exception reports on a timely basis to meet internal customer requirements.
  • Conducts standardization and calibration tasks for equipment; preventative maintenance per established schedules, plus troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
  • Maintains the laboratory shift employee Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality work processes per the Integrated Management System requirements. Utilize electronic systems to complete the required employee training requirements.
  • Balances analytical workload per the internal customer requirements and needs in order to maintain the low-cost laboratory operating scenario.

What we need from you:
  • Bachelor of Science with a concentration in chemistry or related science field; Industrial laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
  • One year of industrial laboratory experience or equivalent.
  • Must have the ability to comprehend and accurately execute detailed procedures and instructions describing wet chemical methods and complex laboratory instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, calorimeters, spectrophotometers, and other analyzers. KSA #2
  • Communication skills, both oral and written, are required to effectively interface with internal customers and suppliers.
  • Teamwork, flexibility and the ability to adapt to change positively are necessary to be effective.
  • Basic mathematical skills are required for computing data for finished test results that are required by the internal customers and regulatory compliance.
  • A high degree of hand and eye coordination is required to perform laboratory tasks effectively, efficiently, and accurately.
  • Many of the laboratory tests are micro in nature.
  • Typing skills are required for computer data entry and use of various software packages.
  • Travel (less than 5%)

What do we offer?
WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.
  • Compensation and Incentive plans
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
  • Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellbeing fund
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 31524
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).
Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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