Lab Tech Glenn St

Lawrence, MA 01840

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Number: 56581639 Pay Rate: $17-19 / hour Specialty: Branch: Pay Type:

Job Description

Entry Level Lab Technician
Location: Lawrence, MA
 Pay Rate: $17-$19/hour
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Lab Technician to join our team in Lawrence, MA. This position is responsible for supporting laboratory operations through analytical and physical testing, documentation, reporting, and communication with production personnel. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing/laboratory environment while maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety, and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
  • Create monthly lab orders for physical testing
  • Scribe and create metal specimens for testing
  • Track both physical and analytical tests to ensure completion within required timeframes
  • Perform analytical and physical testing including but not limited to: 
    • Corrosion testing
    • Paint adhesion and plating adhesion testing
    • Powder testing
    • Abrasion resistance testing
    • Coating weight and cleaner weight loss testing
    • Intragranular attack and end-grain pitting testing
    • Metal removal testing
    • Hydrogen embrittlement tensile testing
    • Impact testing
    • Hydrogen pick-up analysis
    • Atomic Absorption elemental analysis
    • Potentiometric and acid-base titrations
    • Gravimetric analysis
    • UV-Vis Spectrophotometer operation and testing
    • pH, conductivity, and resistivity testing
  • Create detailed test reports outlining procedures and results
  • Perform clerical and documentation duties including filing lab orders, test certifications, chemical certificates of analysis, purchase orders, and related records
  • Review testing records and logs for accuracy and ensure results remain within specification and control limits
  • Monitor tank temperature recording programs to verify compliance with customer requirements
  • Tag out process tanks when concentrations, temperatures, or other parameters fall outside acceptable ranges
  • Communicate testing and process issues with shop personnel and production staff
  • Properly handle and clean laboratory glassware to prevent cross-contamination between testing mediums
  • Operate and perform minor maintenance on corrosion resistance/salt spray chambers, including changing filters and unclogging drain or exhaust lines
  • Follow all company safety procedures and properly utilize PPE, eyewash stations, first aid kits, and other safety equipment
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Previous laboratory, manufacturing, quality, or chemical testing experience preferred
  • Basic understanding of laboratory testing procedures and equipment
  • Ability to accurately document and report testing results
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Comfortable working with chemicals, laboratory equipment, and industrial processes
  • Ability to communicate effectively with laboratory and production teams
  • Basic computer and data entry skills preferred
Work Environment
  • Laboratory and manufacturing environment
  • Frequent handling of chemicals, metal specimens, and laboratory equipment
  • Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
  • Standing, walking, and occasional lifting may be required throughout the shift
Why Join Us?
  • Competitive pay
  • Opportunity to gain hands-on laboratory and manufacturing experience
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Growth potential within the organization
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Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

Meet Your Recruiter

Velma Blevins
Staffing Specialist

Hi,

My name is Velma and I love to connect Awesome people with Great Companies. Please contact me at 207.239.3752

vblevins@hwstaffing.com 

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