Laboratory Technician

Description:

Are you comfortable working in a laboratory environment? Does working with lab equipment, analyzing samples, and recording findings interest you? If this sounds like you, please apply for ourLaboratory Technicianposition. Come work with TFE to support missions that are critical to our Nation's national security.

TFE is an innovative and successful supplier of professional, technical, and administrative personnel in the U.S. nuclear energy complex and other commercial ventures. TFE excels in quickly providing the resources to enable our customers to meet their schedules and production requirements.

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing routine laboratory functions in support of the lab. This position is responsible for receiving and cataloging samples, ensuring proper chain of custody and laboratory safety guidelines are adhered to, setting up, testing, adjusting, calibrating, and maintaining lab equipment, and writing reports on all findings.

Essential Job responsibilities

• Receive laboratory samples and catalog samples into the laboratory network.
• Properly set up, test, adjust, and calibrate lab equipment to ensure results meet quality standards.
• Recommend testing based on client requests/problems.
• Dispose of samples and document chain-of-custody reports.
• Run samples through the appropriate tests and analyses to ensure accurate results.
• Record results and write reports on all findings.
• Coordinate with all laboratory staff, corporate administrative staff, vendors, and clients to meet requirements.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Some college-level Chemistry or Biology coursework is preferred.

Must have a valid drivers license.

Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Key Skills

• Basic knowledge and understanding of chemical hazards and safety equipment used in a laboratory.
• Basic understanding of good laboratory practices.
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel and database use)
• Ability to accurately document and maintain records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with laboratory and other personnel
• Ability to interact with customers professionally needed.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Location

Port Allen, LA

Physical and Working Conditions

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job description reflects management’s assignment of responsibilities and nothing in this description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5

Occasionally additional hours during time-sensitive projects and emergency overtime as required.

Salary and Benefits

As a TFE employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off.

TFE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.