Lab Technician

A new challenge? 

Pinnacle Polymers, LLC, a privately-owned polypropylene manufacturing facility in Garyville, LA, has an opening for a Shift Laboratory Technician. 

The Shift Laboratory Technician position is responsible for performing all routine testing of process (extruder and reactor) and finished product samples using lab instruments and equipment.

Main responsibilities and key tasks

• Perform analysis of internal standards to monitor and maintain calibration status of lab instruments
• Generate and distribute reports to plant personnel
• Perform non-routine analysis of samples to help resolve customer complaints and troubleshoot process/production issues
• Perform weekly safety inspections of lab
• Perform weekly inventory check of lab supplies
• Assist with performing analysis of water samples in the event of the Day Laboratory Technician’s absence
• Enter and record data accurately
• Additional duties and tasks as determined by management

Competencies and skills

• Associate’s degree or equivalent
• Must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call as needed
• Must be familiar with and be able to wear proper PPE 
• Must be willing and able to safely, effectively and efficiently carry out written and verbal job-related instructions, and adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Must have working knowledge of personal computers utilizing Microsoft Office applications
• Must possess knowledge of the chemical hazards of the process unit and all logic associated with the safe operation of equipment as dictated by the area of operation
• Must possess the ability to multi-task
• Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others

Preferred qualifications

• Chemistry or Science-related Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• 2 years of lab experience, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Previous experience in a polymer lab

Our offer
Pinnacle offers an excellent benefit package, including 401k with company match, profit share, and an additional annual points profit sharing bonus paid to retirement. Our rich medical benefits plan is 80% employer-paid, 100% employer-paid for dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.