Lab Technician

Lab Technician – Manufacturing | DeQuincy, LA

Hiring through Infinitek on behalf of a leading materials manufacturer

Infinitek is partnering with a well-established, industry-leading materials manufacturer that supplies high-performance carbon products across a range of industries. They are seeking a Lab Technician to join their dedicated team at their DeQuincy, LA facility.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in laboratory testing or quality control who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced production environment. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to grow within a respected organization known for its technical excellence and strong employee culture.

About the Role

As a Lab Technician, you’ll be part of a small, high-performing lab team ensuring product quality and process consistency across multiple shifts. You’ll conduct a range of physical and chemical tests, maintain laboratory equipment, and play a key role in supporting production quality.

The position typically runs Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, overlapping 1st and 2nd shifts. Flexibility is essential - you’ll occasionally cover other shifts as needed.

Key Responsibilities of Lab Technician

• Perform quality control tests to verify chemical and physical properties of carbon and graphite materials.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, including balances, sieves, furnaces, particle analyzers, and moisture meters.
• Prepare and process material samples from production lines (drying, grinding, splitting, etc.).
• Record, analyze, and report test data using Microsoft Excel and internal systems.
• Ensure all materials meet specifications before shipment; identify and isolate non-conforming products.
• Support administrative quality tasks including certificates of analysis, customer sample requests, and ERP data entry.
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment and adhere to company safety standards.
• Provide backup support for other quality and documentation functions as needed.

Why Join This Company?

• Stable, reputable employer with a long-standing commitment to quality and safety.
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialized materials lab environment.
• Collaborative team culture with room for professional growth.