Job Title: Chemical Lab Technician – ICP Analysis
Location: Conroe, TX
Job Type: Long-term Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled ICP Technician to join our Quality Laboratory team in Conroe, TX. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can step in with minimal training and immediately contribute to laboratory operations.
The ICP Technician will be responsible for performing advanced chemical analyses, supporting quality control processes, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of laboratory data. This position requires strong expertise in ICP-MS and ICP-OES, along with a solid background in analytical chemistry, data analysis, and laboratory best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine and non-routine QC sample analysis using ICP-MS and ICP-OES, and accurately post results in SAP
- Review analytical data for accuracy, identify errors, and report out-of-spec (OOS) or out-of-trend (OOT) results
- Serve as a subject matter expert for ICP instrumentation and lab processes
- Maintain and improve laboratory procedures for both clean room and wet lab environments
- Ensure all lab equipment is calibrated, standardized, and compliant with maintenance requirements
- Provide technical guidance and informal leadership to lab technicians
- Utilize statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, SQC/SPC methods) to analyze trends and support process improvements
- Lead or support investigations related to non-conformance events using 8D methodology
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to support new product introductions and process improvements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and digitalization projects
- Maintain inventory of lab supplies, reagents, and gases
Qualifications
Required:
- Strong hands-on experience with ICP-MS and ICP-OES (this is a must-have)
- Proven ability to work independently with little to no supervision
- Experience in a QC or analytical laboratory environment
- Strong understanding of metrology, calibration, and lab instrumentation
- Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools
- Familiarity with SAP or similar LIMS systems
- Knowledge of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 17025)
- Strong problem-solving and investigation skills
Preferred:
- Experience with techniques such as XRF, AA, or particle analysis
- Background supporting manufacturing or chemical production environments
- Experience with Gage R&R, SPC, and process validation
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