Laboratory Technician
Job description
POSITION REPORTS TO:
Department Managers / Supervisor
POSITION OVERVIEW
Test materials and perform analytical work.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Test lab finished fabrics
· Analytical work
· Maintain test files
· Lab housekeeping
· Greige fabric testing
· Safety
· Perform any other duties assigned by Production Manager/ Supervisor or Senior Production Manager as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Ability to perform required tests on materials
· Ability to perform analytical work
· Ability to use computer
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· GED or High School Diploma
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
· Ability to read and write
· The ability to perform basic math calculations
· Good organizational skills
· Ability to comprehend written/verbal instruction
· Computer data entry skills
· Ability to adhere to all plant safety specifications
· Ability to work as a team member with little supervision
AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME
Up to 90 days
MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
· Computer
· Calculator
· Telephone Equipment
· Ruler
· Testing Equipment
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED:
· Safety gloves
· Safety glasses
· Safety apron
· Safety goggles
· Safety knife
· Safety scissors
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
1. Standing: Ability to stand while working 65% of day
2. Sitting: Ability to sit down while operating mobile equipment 35% of day
3. Moving: Ability to move throughout plant: 20% of day
4. Lifting: Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. 5% of day
5. Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs 20% of day
6. Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull heavy doors/cabinets 20% of day
7. Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor 5% of day
8. Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,
including reading information from printed sources and
computer screens. Must be able to see objects +100 feet 100% of day
9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand
information. 100% of day
WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION
This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud. Temperatures can be more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity level can be more than 98% for 100% of day.
SHIFT/WORK HOURS
Shift schedule will depend on open positions at time of hire and will be communicated with new hire paperwork. Weekends, overtime, and holidays are scheduled depending on business demands.
· 1st Shift: 7 AM – 3 PM
· 2nd Shift 3 PM – 11 PM
· 3rd Shift: 11 PM – 7 AM
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ACCOMMODATIONS
The company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.86 - $17.42 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- LaGrange, GA 30240: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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