Company Description Founded in 1976, EKI manufactures and distributes chemicals used in a wide variety of laboratories and industry. Job Description Summary This is an entry-level position in our Quality Control & Batch Production Laboratory. The job involves manufacturing small batches of chemical solutions and diagnostic reagents. It also performs quality control testing on in-process and finished product batches. Essential duties and responsibilities Produce batches by blending and mixing component ingredients per batch instructions Filtering and packaging of finished products Perform quality testing of in-process and finished products Entry of QC data into laboratory software system Maintain and properly use lab equipment (scales, analytical balance, pH meters, spectrophotometer, etc.) Perform titrations and corresponding calculations Maintain inventory of raw materials and laboratory chemicals Ensure laboratory work areas, glassware, tanks and other equipment are clean and promote overall workplace safety Qualifications Qualification requirements High School diploma or equivalent required Previous "wet chemistry" laboratory experience required - either college or vocational HAZMAT awareness training or experience helpful Good communication, organizational, time management & mathematical skills Must be dependable, reliable and punctual Due to the nature of our products, annual Influenza vaccinations are required and provided free of charge. Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against
COVID-19.
Physical demands and abilities Regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50lbs. Able to work standing for an 8 hour shift Additional Information Compensation and benefits Full time, 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri Competitive pay, based on experience Paid time off (vacation, holiday pay, sick pay) Medical/Dental insurance Retirement plan benefit