Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc., is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies, worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one which the people of TKI find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.

If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, working alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, then TKI is the right place for you.

As the R&D Lab Technician, you will provide administrative and technical support at the TKI Innovation Center in Phoenix, and will facilitate efficient and effective laboratory functionality, as well as conduct basic chemical experimentation and tasks supporting TKI chemists and customers.  

In addition, you will be responsible for a smooth running of support tasks the Innovation Center such as: 1) chemical ordering & goods in/out; 2) maintenance of the lab, chemical storage area & inventory; 3) monthly safety inspections; 4) chemical preparation for senior scientists & conducting basic wet and analytical chemistry experiments as required.

• Rigorously follow laboratory and other company safety procedures including the constant proper use of appropriate PPE and the practice of “good housekeeping” standards.
• Perform analyses and experiments in the lab.
• Be responsible for data quality and method integrity.
• Maintain a working knowledge/understanding of the operation of lab equipment and the computer programs associated with all lab equipment.
• Resolve problems by examining and evaluating data to select corrective steps.
• Keep a daily log and retain other lab records as instructed.
• Timely prepare written documents as required to report test results.
• Maintain equipment record books.
• Assist in tracking and maintaining the inventory of lab supplies.
• Perform laboratory administrative functions as directed.
• Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventative maintenance.
• Take pleasure in working with customers, chemists, engineers, sales staff, technicians, production, and management.
• Be flexible and open to change on short notice and work extra hours as required.
• Perform the required duties under stressful conditions.
• Stay motivated and perform duties with limited supervision.
• Strive to comprehend and carry out detailed instructions.

• Associate Degree in a science discipline, preferably chemistry, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with wet chemistry, titrations, experimental design and the ability to learn new techniques and the curiosity to contribute to new ideas and ways of working.
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation such as GC, AA, Ion Chromatography, FTIR, HPLC and UV/Vis. 
• An understanding of chemical lab principles and the ability and desire to learn new techniques and chemistries in support of TKI chemistry and applications
• Ability to understand, trouble-shoot, and repair mechanical and electronic apparatus. 
• Ability to act independently with minimal supervision

Why join TKI:

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and team work
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (low employee premiums!)
• 401k Plan with dollar for dollar matching, up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401k Company Retirement Contribution at year-end, equal up to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-Term Incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance – 2x Annual Base Salary
• Paid vacation & sick time & 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement- up to $5,000 per calendar year- Non Taxable
• Adoption Assistance-up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program - for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program