Founded in 1976, EKI manufactures and distributes chemicals used in a wide variety of laboratories and industry.

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

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

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

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